Description
Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce is the perfect cozy dish for fall, blending savory turkey meatballs with a creamy pumpkin sauce infused with aromatic sage. This recipe brings together the warmth of autumn flavors, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. The hearty meatballs are complemented by a luscious pumpkin sauce that’s both nutritious and satisfying, ensuring every bite is a comforting hug. Easy to prepare and packed with seasonal goodness, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (dark meat)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup finely minced onion
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large whole egg plus 1 yolk
- 1 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil or avocado oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons ghee or unsalted butter
- 1 3/4 cups chicken stock
- 1 1/2 cups organic pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk; let soak for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in onion, garlic, sage, parsley, Italian seasoning, parmesan cheese, and egg.
- Gently fold in ground turkey, salt, and pepper without overmixing.
- Shape into meatballs and chill for 20-25 minutes.
- Brown meatballs in a skillet with olive oil until cooked through.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic; whisk in pumpkin puree and chicken stock. Simmer until smooth.
- Stir in parmesan cheese, cream, maple syrup, and sage; return meatballs to sauce until warmed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg