Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Turkey Meatball Poppers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
24 meatballs
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Calories
35 kcal
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Cuisine
American, International
Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Turkey Meatball Poppers
Description
Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Turkey Meatball Poppers mix lean ground turkey with finely riced fresh broccoli and shredded sharp cheddar cheese, bound with egg and panko breadcrumbs. The addition of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper provides balanced seasoning. The mixture is shaped into golf ball-sized meatballs.
These meatballs cook evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet in the oven or can be air fried for a slightly crisp exterior. The final product is moist inside with green broccoli flecks and melted cheese adding richness. The recipe offers flexibility for cheese substitutions or using fresh garlic instead of powders.
They work well served as appetizers or a protein-rich dinner, paired with ranch or Caesar dressing for dipping.
Stored in an airtight container, leftovers keep for 4 to 6 days in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey 93% or 99%, lean
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup panko bread crumbs gluten-free or regular
- 1 cup broccoli fresh, riced
- ⅓ cup cheddar cheese shredded sharp
- 1 teaspoon salt more to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- caesar dressing or ranch dressing
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350 F. Line and grease a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients.
- With your hands or a meatball scooper, form 20 - 25 golf ball-sized meatballs.
- To Bake: Evenly space them across the greased baking sheet. Bake for 16 - 18 minutes, until browned and cooked through. For extra crispness and color: broil at 500 F for an additional 2 - 3 minutes.
- To Air Fry: Spray basket with avocado spray and evenly space out half the meatballs (they should NOT touch). Air fry at 350 F for 8 - 10 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with the second batch.
- Serve as an appetizer or for dinner with your favorite ranch dressing or caesar dressing. Enjoy!
Notes
- Rice fresh broccoli finely using a knife or food processor for even mixing.
- Sharp cheddar cheese can be swapped with other shredded cheeses as preferred.
- Garlic powder may be replaced with 1-2 minced fresh garlic cloves if desired.
- Store meatballs in an airtight container refrigerated up to 4-6 days for best freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24meatballs
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 127mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 54IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 17mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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