Description
Savor the deliciousness of baked turkey meatballs—a healthy twist on a classic favorite. These tender, juicy meatballs are infused with a blend of herbs and spices, making them perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or as an impressive appetizer for gatherings. Easy to make and versatile in flavor, they are guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 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
- Your favorite sauce for serving (e.g., marinara)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until fully combined but do not overwork the mixture.
- Form the mixture into meatballs (about 1-1.5 inches in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
- If desired, brush sauce over the meatballs during the last few minutes of baking for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg