Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs (Gluten Free)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
213 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs (Gluten Free)
Description
The recipe combines ground turkey, finely diced onion, grated parmesan, mayonnaise, and a selection of herbs and spices. The mixture tends to be moist, so refrigerating it before forming meatballs makes shaping easier. Cooking takes place in an air fryer preheated to 400°F, with meatballs arranged in a single layer to ensure even heat circulation. Flipping halfway through the 10-minute cooking time promotes uniform browning.
The herbs—thyme, sage, rosemary—and hot sauce contribute a subtle blend of savory and spicy notes, complementing the mild turkey. The resulting meatballs have a tender texture due to careful mixing and proper cooking temperature.
These meatballs are versatile, suitable as an appetizer or main dish, and the precise size of 1¼-inch meatballs ensures consistent cooking. The recipe also provides an oven-baking alternative with adjusted cooking times.
Using a meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 165°F ensures safe and properly cooked meat.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 onion diced finely, small
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- ½ teaspoon thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh, chopped, dried
- ½ teaspoon sage or 1 teaspoon fresh, chopped, dried
- ½ tsp rosemary or 1 teaspoon fresh, chopped, dried
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gently combine all ingredients
- If the mixture is quite wet, refrigerate it for 30 minutes
- Roll the turkey mixture into balls about 1 ¼ inches
- Lightly spray the surface of the air fryer basket with oil and preheat it to 400°
- Place meatballs in a single layer in air fryer basket, leaving space between them
- Air fry 10 minutes, turning halfway through
- Garnish with parsley before serving
Notes
- Refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes before rolling to firm it up, making meatballs easier to shape.
- Handle the mixture gently and mix just until combined to keep meatballs tender.
- Use uniform-sized meatballs; a melon baller or cookie scoop can help achieve consistent portions.
- Arrange meatballs in a single layer with space between them in the air fryer to ensure even cooking; cook in batches if needed.
- Turn meatballs halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Check for doneness with a meat thermometer; turkey must reach 165°F internally for safety.
- To bake instead of air frying, cook at 400°F on a parchment-lined sheet for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 213 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 213kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 599mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 396mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 140IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 163mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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