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Turkey Meatballs with Bruschetta Sauce

Learn how to make turkey meatballs and you'll never argue over what to have for dinner again. Everyone loves these protein packed meatballs served with a bruschetta inspired pasta sauce!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 25 meatballs
Calories: 313 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the meatballs:
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 2 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 3 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 6 cranks fresh ground black pepper
For the Sauce:
  • 15 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 5 large Roma tomatoes diced
  • 2 big handfuls basil snipped
  • 4-5 cloves garlic chopped
  • ½ teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 6 cranks fresh ground black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

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  1. In large bowl, mix together the meatball ingredients until combined evenly (I use my hands). Roll into 25 balls (about 1 1/2-2 inches). Space evenly on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 16-20 minutes.
  2. While baking, mix all sauce ingredients together in medium saucepan on low heat. Stir occasionally.
  3. To serve, pour sauce over meatballs and enjoy!

Notes

  • Swap out the ground turkey for ground beef or ground chicken, or use a combo of flavors here!
  • To keep meatballs from sticking: Use a pan liner or parchment paper on your baking sheet. You can also lightly coat the pan with cooking spray or olive oil before adding the meatballs.
  • What seasoning to use: Any store bought Italian seasoning mix will do just fine. If you don't have that, make your own homemade seasoning blend.
  • How long will these keep? Turkey meatballs will keep for about 3 days in the fridge and up to 3 months in the freezer. I love them best when they are hot and toasty from the oven!

Nutrition Information

Calories 313kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 10g Cholesterol 115mg (38%) Sodium 1167mg (49%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 25meatballs

Amount Per Serving

Calories 313

% Daily Value*

Calories 313kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g 59%
Cholesterol 115mg 38%
Sodium 1167mg 49%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 5g 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.