Turkey Feta Meatballs
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Turkey Feta Meatballs
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Fresh and zesty Turkey Feta Meatballs make for a cozy weeknight meal, especially when they only require one pan. Pair them with your favorite pasta, spaghetti squash, or load them into a warm hoagie roll. Whatever you choose, it'll be delicious!
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Ingredients
Turkey Meatballs
- 1 lb ground turkey 93% - 99% lean
- ½ cup panko crumbs
- 1 egg
- ½ cup red or white onion diced
- 1½ tbsp fresh tarragon diced
- 1½ tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup crumbled Feta cheese
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Dash salt + pepper
Spaghetti Squash
- 1 spaghetti squash
- ½ 14 oz can diced tomatoes
- 3.5 oz package crumbled feta cheese note: I took ¼ cup from a 3.5oz package to use for the meatballs, and then added the rest to the pasta sauce after cooking
- 16 oz tomato sauce
Instructions
- First, we'll start with the spaghetti squash. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Cut your spaghetti squash in half and use a spoon to remove the seeds from the center. Spray the squash with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper and place face down on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the squash can be shredded with a fork.
- Next, let's prepare the meatballs. In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, panko crumbs, ¼ cup feta cheese, egg, onion, tarragon, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Use a cookie scoop to scoop meatballs and place onto a greased skillet.
- Heat skillet over medium-heat and let the meatballs brown on each side, about 5-8 minutes. Then, add diced tomatoes and tomato sauce.
- Stir meatballs so they're all covered in sauce.
- Cover skillet with a lid and let the meatballs simmer for 15-20 minutes. The internal temperature of the meatballs should be 165°F.
- When meatballs are done cooking, garnish with the rest of the crumbled feta cheese and more tarragon.
- Place your meatballs over the shredded spaghetti squash (or noodles of choice) and enjoy!
Notes
- Store the meatballs in the refrigerator in an airtight container. To reheat, I recommend heating it up in the microwave for 60-90 seconds COVERED to avoid splattering.
- You can also use ground chicken or beef in place of they turkey. I suggest using a leaner cut (~85% lean or higher) since you are mixing all of your ingredients together prior to cooking and the excess grease cannot be drained easily.
- Make gluten free by using gluten free breadcrumbs. Make dairy free by omitting the cheese or using a dairy free alternative.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 serving
Calories
204kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
113mg
(38%)
Sodium
453mg
(19%)
Potassium
31mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 204 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 204kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 113mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 453mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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