The Best Turkey Meatballs!

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12
The Best Turkey Meatballs for a Quick and Easy Dinner!
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1.5 jars marinara sauce
1 1/3 lbs lean ground turkey
2 -3 large celery ribs
2 -3 medium carrots
1/2 medium-large yellow onion
3 garlic cloves , minced
olive oil flavored cooking spray
1/3 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs ( could be Panko )
1/4 cup pecorino romano cheese , grated
2 -3 teaspoons garlic powder
2 -3 teaspoons onion powder
2 -3 teaspoons dried oregano
2 -3 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon dried parsley
generous amounts salt & pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
267
Sugar
12g
Fat
9g
These turkey meatballs are a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. By using turkey instead of beef, you can cut down on calories and fat without sacrificing flavor. The combination of vegetables and herbs gives the meatballs a burst of fresh flavor, while the marinara sauce ties it all together. Serve on top of pasta or with a side of vegetables for a balanced meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 F.
2.In a food processor, pulse together the celery, carrots, and onion until finely chopped.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped vegetables, garlic, breadcrumbs, cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4.Roll the mixture into 1.5 inch meatballs and place onto a greased baking sheet.
5.Spray meatballs lightly with cooking spray.
6.Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through. Heat marinara sauce in a separate saucepan on medium heat. Serve with meatballs.

PROS

These turkey meatballs are a flavorful, low-fat alternative to traditional beef meatballs.

They are a great source of lean protein and can be enjoyed guilt-free!
The recipe is very easy to make and can be doubled or tripled for meal prepping.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the texture of turkey meatballs and prefer beef.

Make sure to use lean ground turkey to keep the fat content low.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey is a great source of lean protein, vitamin B6 and niacin.
It’s lower in calories and fat than beef, which makes it a great alternative.
Vegetables like carrots and celery in the recipe provide vitamins and fiber.

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