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Healthy Turkey Meatballs

These juicy, flavorful turkey meatballs are perfect for busy weeknights, packed with healthy ingredients, and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground turkey Choose a slightly fatty option for flavor.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Regular or panko, whatever you have.
  • 1 large Egg Holds the meatballs together.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Can substitute with oat milk or broth.
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese Grated for added flavor.

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Or substitute with basil and oregano.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Pepper

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped; optional for garnish.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped spinach or shredded zucchini Optional for added veggies.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together with your hands until just combined.
  • Roll the mixture into walnut-sized balls and place them on a lined baking sheet.

Cooking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 14 minutes or until slightly golden and cooked through.
  • Optionally, air fry for a quicker cooking method.

Finishing Up

  • Let the meatballs rest for one minute before serving.

Notes

For extra moisture, add more milk or breadcrumbs as needed. Chill the mixture for about 20 minutes before rolling for easier handling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
Keyword easy meatballs, Family-Friendly, Healthy Dinner, Turkey Meatballs, Weeknight Recipe
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