Description
Turkey Meatballs are a delightful and healthy twist on a classic favorite. These tender, juicy meatballs made from lean ground turkey and infused with savory herbs create an unforgettable flavor experience perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Served in marinara sauce or on their own, they bring comfort to your table without compromising health. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these turkey meatballs are sure to become a household staple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper by hand until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 16-20).
- Place meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Once meatballs are done baking, add them to the sauce and simmer for a few minutes.
- Serve warm with spaghetti or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg