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Turkey Pesto Meatballs

Turkey Pesto Meatballs are a family favorite and so simple to make. Everyone from toddlers to adults will love this easy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 310 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian , American

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pound lean ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup pesto, more pesto recipes (including a nut free one) are linked below
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups marinara sauce (recipe linked here or below in notes)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Place all the ingredients (except for the marinara sauce) in a bowl and using your hands, combine until everything is incorporated.
  3. Using about 1 tablespoon of the mixture per meatball, roll into balls and place on a plate. Try to not pack the meatballs too tight, they can become tough if you do.
  4. Pour the marinara sauce into a 9x11 inch baking dish and top with the meatballs.
  5. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Notes

  • Homemade Pesto Recipes: Classic Basil Pesto, Kale Pesto, Nut Free Pesto, 
  • Homemade Marinara Sauce
  • To Freeze: Roll into balls and place on a cookie sheet and freeze. After 30 minutes place the par-frozen balls in a ziploc bag, label and freeze. When ready, defrost in fridge for 24 hours or put them straight in the oven with sauce increasing cooking time by 5 minutes.
  • To Freeze: Roll into balls and place on a cookie sheet and freeze. After 30 minutes place the par-frozen balls in a ziploc bag, label and freeze. When ready, defrost in fridge for 24 hours or put them straight in the oven with sauce increasing cooking time by 5 minutes.
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Nutrition Information

Calories 310kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 17g (26%) Cholesterol 85mg (28%) Sodium 1410mg (59%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 310

% Daily Value*

Calories 310kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 17g 26%
Cholesterol 85mg 28%
Sodium 1410mg 59%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%

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