Savory Pumpkin Seed Turkey Bites
Tender baked ground turkey bites infused with savory sage and garlic, studded with crunchy pumpkin seeds. A high-protein, low-glycemic, savory batch-prep snack perfect for staying fueled on the go.
Prep
10 min
Cook
18 min
Total
28 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Colleen + Lila
Colleen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Trigger-aware comfort
Make the meal work for today
Keep spicy extras on the side and adjust the temperature or portion to suit you. The best version is the one you can enjoy comfortably.
Notice: comfort + personal triggers
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
18 min
Total
28 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Mixing bowl
Time saver
Batch Prep: Double the recipe and freeze a batch. Simply freeze them flat on a tray first, then transfer them to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchmen…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Combine the ground turkey
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, pumpkin seeds, dried sage, garlic powder, and sea salt. Mix with your hands until the ingredients are distributed evenly throughout.
Look for: the ingredients are distributed evenly throughout
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Portion the mixture into small
Portion the mixture into small, bite-sized rounds about 1.5 inches (3.8cm) in diameter. Roll them tightly between your palms and place them on the lined baking sheet.
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Lightly brush the top of each turkey…
Lightly brush the top of each turkey bite with olive oil to keep them moist during cooking.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Bake on the center rack for 15…
Bake on the center rack for 15 to 18 minutes. To ensure they are fully cooked, check that they are firm to the touch and have a light golden surface.
Allow: 15 to 18 minutes
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Remove from the oven and let them…
Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving or transferring to an airtight glass container.
Allow: 5 minutes
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