Description
Turkey meatballs are a delightful and healthier twist on a classic comfort food. Juicy and flavorful, these tender bites feature lean ground turkey mixed with fragrant herbs and spices, making them a perfect addition to any meal. Whether served over spaghetti, nestled in a sub, or enjoyed alone, they’re sure to impress family and friends at your dinner table. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, this recipe guarantees satisfaction without the guilt!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides.
- Transfer the meatballs to the oven (or keep them in an oven-safe skillet) and bake for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (about 120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg