Description

Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs are a deliciously sweet and savory dish that will elevate any meal. These tender meatballs are coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce, making them perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve them over rice or as appetizers with toothpicks, and watch your family and friends savor every bite!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground turkey
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
1 large egg
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper until just combined.
Roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
While baking, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and minced garlic in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
Toss the baked meatballs in the honey-garlic sauce before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added heat, mix in chili flakes while preparing the sauce. Substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or plant-based alternatives. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.