Easy Turkey Meatballs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
7 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
348 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Easy Turkey Meatballs
Description
Finely diced shallots and crushed garlic are gently cooked to soften and release aroma before combining with turkey mince, egg, and breadcrumbs for binding. Sun-dried tomato paste adds depth and a slight tang, while Parmesan contributes saltiness and umami. Herbs like oregano, thyme, and fresh parsley provide aromatic undertones. The mixture is formed into equal-sized meatballs and fried in olive oil to achieve even cooking and a browned exterior.
These meatballs work well served with pasta, in sandwiches, or as an appetizer. Their tender texture results from balancing lean turkey with moist ingredients and breadcrumbs to prevent dryness.
Using an ice cream scoop or weighing meatballs helps maintain consistent size and cooking time. Frozen diced onion and garlic can save preparation time without significant flavor loss. Grated carrot or courgette can be added finely for hidden vegetable nutrition without altering texture noticeably.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for the shallots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for the meatballs
- 1 shallot finely diced
- 2 garlic crushed, clove
- 1 egg
- 40 g panko breadcrumbs
- 500 g Turkey mince
- 1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato paste
- 25 g parmesan grated
- 1 pinch salt sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper ground
- 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
- 0.5 teaspoon thyme dried
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon Olive oil in a pan and add 1 Shallots and 2 Garlic clove. Cook over a low heat until softened, about 4 minutes.
- Put in a bowl with 1 Egg, 40 g Panko breadcrumbs, 500 g Turkey mince, 1 tablespoon Sun-dried tomato paste, 25 g Parmesan, 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme1 tablespoon Fresh parsley and 1 pinch Sea salt and mix well.
- Using your hands, form into 12 meatballs.
- Heat 1 tablespoon Olive oil in a pan and cook the meatballs for 5-7 minutes, until cooked through.
Notes
- Finely dice shallots to help meatballs bind and maintain texture.
- Frozen diced onion and garlic can be used for quicker prep.
- Grated carrot or courgette can be added finely to incorporate vegetables discreetly.
- Use an ice cream scoop or weigh meatballs to ensure even sizes and cooking times.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3meatballs | |
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 138mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 358mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 344mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 420IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 138mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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