Nonna’s Turkey Meatballs

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Nonna's Turkey Meatballs Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

394

Sugar

14g

Fat

14g

Turkey, one of the healthiest meats around, makes a perfect ingredient for this dish. Nonna's recipe delivers tender and flavourful meatballs that pair perfectly with tomato sauce. These meatballs can be served as a main dish or as an appetizer at a party. They make for a wholesome, nutritious, and tasty meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, eggs, salt, romano cheese and breadcrumbs.
2.	Mix well and shape the mixture into equally sized meatballs.
3.	In a large saucepan, heat tomato sauce over medium heat.
4.	Add meatballs to the pan once the sauce begins to simmer.
5.	Cover the pan with a lid and allow the meatballs to cook for around 30 minutes until fully cooked.

PROS

Nonna’s Turkey Meatballs are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional beef meatballs.

They are full of flavour and will keep you satisfied for hours.

Turkey is a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals which promotes good health.

CONS

The use of breadcrumbs in the recipe increases the carbohydrate content of the dish.

Turkey meat can be dry if overcooked, so it is important to monitor the cooking time closely.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Nonna’s Turkey Meatballs are packed with all the essential nutrients our body needs.
Turkey meat is an excellent source of Protein, Zinc, Iron, and B Vitamins.
It is also a lean protein source with fewer calories and lower fat content when compared to red meat.

	3 lbs lean ground turkey
	6 eggs ( or egg beater equivalent )
	2 -3 teaspoons salt
	1 bottle romano cheese ( generous half a cup )
	3 cups Italian breadcrumbs
	3 bottles tomato sauce