Leo’s Turkey Meatballs

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 13

Leo's Delicious Turkey Meatballs Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

194

Sugar

0.5g

Fat

9.6g

Leo's turkey meatballs are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef or pork meatballs. These meatballs are a mixture of ground turkey, fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices, baked to perfection in the oven. By using turkey, you can reduce the fat and calorie content while still enjoying a high-protein meal. The combination of the onion, breadcrumbs, grated apple, leeks, and tarragon give these meatballs a savory, slightly sweet flavor. Serve them up as a main dish or side dish, paired with your favorite sauce or toppings.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey, onion, breadcrumbs, grated apple, leeks, tarragon, salt, pepper, and egg until well combined.
3.	Shape the mixture into 12 meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
4.	Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through.
5.	Serve with your favorite sauce or as a side dish to complement your meal.

PROS

These meatballs are a great source of lean protein, low in fat, and packed with plenty of vitamins and minerals from the fresh ingredients.
They are also simple to prepare and can be made in advance for an easy meal option.

CONS

One downside to using ground turkey is that it can be slightly dry, so it’s important to add moisture by incorporating fresh vegetables, like grated apple and leeks, into the mixture.
Also, the meatballs may lack flavor if not seasoned properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ground turkey is a lean protein source that is low in saturated fat and contains essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair and growth. The addition of fresh fruits and vegetables, like apples and leeks, provide an abundance of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, vitamin K, and iron. Tarragon is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to reduce the risk of chronic diseases.

	250 g ground turkey
	1/2 onion , finely chopped
	50 g white breadcrumbs
	1 medium apple , peeled and grated
	60 g leeks , finely chopped
	1 teaspoon tarragon
	salt and pepper ( to season )
	1 egg