Apple And Turkey Meatballs Recipe

Delicious and nutritious apple and turkey meatballs, perfect for your little one! This recipe, adapted from "Cooking for Babies and Toddlers for Dummies," offers a healthy and flavorful meal that's easy to make. Tender turkey meatballs infused with sweet apple and aromatic herbs make this a winner for both picky eaters and adventurous palates.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 126 kcal
Protein 22g
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Ingredients for Apple And Turkey Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup finely diced apple (peeled and cored)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • flour (as needed for coating hands)
  • vegetable oil (as needed for coating baking sheet, as an alternative to olive oil or cooking spray)
  • cooking spray (as needed for coating baking sheet)
  • olive oil (as needed for coating baking sheet)

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How to Make Apple And Turkey Meatballs

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine 1 lb ground turkey, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup finely diced apple (peeled and cored), 1 large egg, and 1 tsp dried thyme.
  3. Lightly coat your hands with flour to prevent sticking. Roll the mixture into 24 small meatballs.
  4. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lightly coated with cooking spray or olive oil.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip the meatballs and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
  6. Serve immediately. These meatballs are great on their own or with a side of steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

8g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apple And Turkey Meatballs?

Apple And Turkey Meatballs takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apple And Turkey Meatballs?

Apple And Turkey Meatballs has approximately 126 calories per serving, with about 22 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apple And Turkey Meatballs?

The key ingredients for Apple And Turkey Meatballs are Ground Turkey, Onion, Fresh Breadcrumbs, Apple, Egg, Thyme. See the full list with measurements above.

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