If you’ve ever wished you could bottle up the cozy, comforting flavors of Thanksgiving and enjoy them any time of year—these cranberry turkey meatballs are exactly what you need. They’re savory, slightly sweet, full of holiday nostalgia, and packed with protein and fiber to keep them macro-friendly.
What makes them special? The addition of tart dried cranberries gives each bite a little burst of sweetness that balances perfectly with the sage and thyme. It’s like Thanksgiving stuffing and roast turkey rolled into one perfect meatball. Serve them as a cozy dinner, an appetizer at a holiday party, or even meal-prepped for the week.
Ingredients
2 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup diced Ocean Spray 50% Less Sugar dried cranberries
14oz container mirepoix mix (or 1 cup each chopped onion, carrot & celery)
1 tablespoon puréed garlic
2 eggs
2/3 cup almond flour
2 tsp dried sage
2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp ground pepper
1.5 tsp salt
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.
3. Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.
4. Using a 2-inch cookie scoop, portion the mixture into meatballs and place on the baking sheet.
5. Bake for 18 minutes, or until fully cooked through and lightly golden.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with roasted veggies and mashed cauliflower for a light Thanksgiving-style dinner.
Drizzle with a little cranberry sauce or hot honey for extra flavor.
Serve as cocktail meatballs during the holidays with toothpicks for an easy party appetizer.
Nutrition Breakdown
(per recipe: ~30 meatballs, serving size = 5 meatballs)
Calories: 438 Protein: 44g Carbohydrates: 14g Fat: 24g
✨ These meatballs are the ultimate balance of savory comfort and holiday sweetness—without the food coma.
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