Southwest Turkey Meatballs
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Southwest Turkey Meatballs
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Southwest Turkey Meatballs combine lean ground turkey with minced jalapeño, garlic, fresh cilantro, and scallions for a flavorful yet light option. The addition of cumin and oregano adds warm spice notes, while seasoned bread crumbs and egg bind the mixture firmly. These meatballs bake until cooked through with a tender texture and can be served as appetizers or with a creamy cilantro tomatillo dipping sauce for extra tang.
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Southwest Turkey Meatballs use 99% lean ground turkey enhanced by finely minced jalapeño and garlic, fresh cilantro, and scallions for aromatic herbal and spicy layers. Seasoned bread crumbs and an egg help bind the mixture, while cumin and oregano provide distinctive southwestern flavors. Rolled into small portions, they bake at 400°F for 15 minutes to a tender, moist texture without frying. The baking method keeps them light and allows the spices to meld. Serving with a creamy cilantro tomatillo dipping sauce brightens the dish with complementary acidity and creaminess.
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Ingredients
- 1-1/4 lbs ground turkey 99% lean
- 1 jalapeño (seeds removed (leave some in for spicier meatballs))
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, fresh
- 3 scallions (chopped)
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs seasoned, plain or gluten-free
- 1 egg large
- 1 tsp cumin
- pinch oregano
- salt
- black pepper
- cooking spray
- cilantro tomatillo dipping sauce optional for dipping, creamy
Instructions
- Lightly spray baking pan with oil. Preheat oven to 400°.
- Place jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, and scallions into a small food processor or chopper and pulse a few times until finely minced.
- In a large bowl combine turkey, chopped herbs, bread crumbs, egg, cumin, salt and pepper.
- Using your hands, mix well and measure 1/4 cup meat, then divide in two so you end up with each meatball 1/8 cup in size.
- Roll and place on a baking pan.
- Bake meatballs at 400° 15 minutes.
- Makes 24 meatball.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
2meatballs
Calories
67kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
2.5g
(1%)
Protein
10.5g
(21%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Fiber
0.5g
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 67 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2meatballs | |
| Calories | 67kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 2.5g | 1% |
| Protein | 10.5g | 21% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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