Turkey Meatballs with Maple Mustard Sauce

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    315 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Turkey Meatballs with Maple Mustard Sauce

Garlicky, herby turkey meatballs covered in a heavenly maple mustard sauce makes for one delicious and easy dinner idea. Watch the video below to see how I make them in my kitchen!

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Ingredients

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For The Meatballs

  • pound ground turkey
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • ½ onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup almond flour
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 ½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

For The Sauce

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • extra fresh rosemary and thyme for garnish
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Instructions

  1. To a large bowl, add the turkey, egg, onion, almond flour, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix everything together, until fully combined.
  2. Measure out 1 1⁄2 tablespoons of mixture (or use a medium cookie scoop) and roll the mixture between your hands, forming approximately 30 meatballs. Place the meatballs on a plate.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pan on medium heat. Add half of the meatballs to the pan and brown on all sides, about 5 to 8 minutes. Remove the first batch of meatballs to a plate, add another tablespoon of oil to the pan, and repeat with the remaining half of meatballs. Once the second meatballs are cooked, remove them to the plate as well.
  4. Deglaze the pan by adding the chicken broth, and use a spatula to scrape up any bits off the bottom. Then add the Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and mayonnaise. Whisk everything together and let the sauce simmer until it's creamy. Add the meatballs back to the pan and warm through. Garnish with additional fresh chopped herbs before serving.

Notes

  • What can I use instead of almond flour? If you're looking for a nut-free binder, you can use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • How can I make the sauce thicker? Add 1 teaspoon of arrowroot powder (mixed with 2 teaspoons of water in a slurry first) to help thicken it up as it simmers in the pan.
  • Can I bake the meatballs instead? Absolutely! Just place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake them for 20 to 25 minutes at 400°F (200°C), until they're perfectly browned on the outside and cooked through. While the meatballs are cooking, make the sauce in the pan and add the meatballs in when they're done.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 315kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 92mg (31%) Sodium 617mg (26%) Potassium 451mg (13%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 104IU (2%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 49mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 315 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 315kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 92mg 31%
Sodium 617mg 26%
Potassium 451mg 10%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 104IU 2%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 49mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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