Delicious and Easy Turkey Meatballs
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
26 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
443 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Delicious and Easy Turkey Meatballs
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Use ground turkey to make this easy turkey meatball recipe. A secret ingredient, feta cheese, adds tangy and salty flavor and keeps the meatballs tender and delicious.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey 85% lean
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 small white onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 jar marinara sauce 28 ounces
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, parsley, egg, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. 1 pound lean ground turkey, 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 small white onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 large egg, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Add the crumbled feta cheese to the turkey mixture and gently mix until just combined. 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, form the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet (you'll get 20-25 small meatballs). Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle the olive oil until it coats the pan. Gently place the meatballs on the skillet, arranging them so they do not touch. 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Cook the meatballs for 2-3 minutes and then turn them, allowing each side to brown. Pour in a jar of marinara sauce and allow the meatballs to simmer for 3-4 more minutes. Check the internal temperature of the meatballs with a thermometer to make sure it reaches 165ºF. 1 jar marinara sauce
- Serve the turkey meatballs hot over spaghetti, with garlic bread or a vegetable like roasted broccoli. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
Notes
- Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
- The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 4, with 1 serving being 1/4 of the meatballs and sauce. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **
- To bake in the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray the sheet with a cooking spray.Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each of the tops of meatballs with olive oil using a cooking brush. Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through. Check the internal temperature with a thermometer to make sure it reaches 165ºF.
- Use any mixture of meat you'd like: ground beef, pork sausage, even ground chicken.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 6 weeks.
- Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks. The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 4, with 1 serving being 1/4 of the meatballs and sauce. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **
Nutrition Information
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Calories
443kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
41g
(82%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
134mg
(45%)
Sodium
1845mg
(77%)
Potassium
981mg
(28%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1356IU
(27%)
Vitamin C
19mg
(21%)
Calcium
330mg
(33%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 443 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 443kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 41g | 82% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 134mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 1845mg | 77% |
| Potassium | 981mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1356IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 330mg | 33% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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