Honey Sriracha Turkey Meatballs with Garlic Cauliflower Mash and Broccoli (Healthy Comfort Dinner)

Craving comfort without the guilt? These Honey Sriracha Turkey Meatballs with Garlic Cauliflower Mash deliver the cozy flavors you love—sweet heat, creamy mash, and a satisfying finish—while staying lean and nutrient-dense. Built for busy weeknights, this high-protein, lower-carb dinner comes together in about 30 minutes and tastes like your favorite takeout, minus the heaviness. It’s the perfect “not-so-guilty” comfort meal for your Mastering Recipes collection.  These Honey Sriracha Turkey Meatballs with garlic cauliflower mash and broccoli prove that comfort food can be clean, quick, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

Turkey Meatballs

• 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
• ¼ cup quick oats (binder)
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 1 tbsp honey
• ½ tsp salt and black pepper

Garlic Cauliflower Mash

• 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or light cream
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup steamed broccoli florets (optional, for extra color and fiber)

How to Make Honey Sriracha Turkey Meatballs

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Mix ground turkey, oats, egg, garlic, soy (or aminos), sriracha, honey, salt, and pepper until just combined.
3. Form 12–14 meatballs and place on the sheet. Bake 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked through (165°F).
4. Steam cauliflower 10–12 minutes until very tender. Drain well.
5. Mash with butter, garlic, and yogurt until smooth. Season to taste.
6. Serve the mash topped with meatballs and a side of steamed broccoli. Drizzle a light mix of sriracha + honey if desired, and garnish with scallions or sesame.

Prep & Cook Time

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Cook: 20 minutes
• Total: 30 minutes

Nutrition & Macros (per serving, 4 servings)

Balanced and satisfying: lean turkey provides complete protein; a touch of honey and sriracha brings bold flavor; cauliflower mash keeps carbs lighter without losing that classic “buttery mash” comfort.

Mastering Daily Tips

• Meal prep: Bake a double batch of meatballs and freeze half. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water for 6–8 minutes.
• Extra veggies: Fold steamed broccoli or peas into the mash for color and fiber.
• Dairy-free: Use olive oil and coconut yogurt instead of butter or Greek yogurt.
• More heat: Add crushed red pepper or an extra teaspoon of sriracha to the mix.

For more insight on the benefits of cooking with lean protein, check out this guide from the

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It’s a great complement to mastering your own healthy, balanced meals.

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