Turkey Meatballs
Turkey meatballs are a delightful twist on a classic dish, elevating any meal into a celebration. These juicy, tender meatballs are made with lean ground turkey and packed with flavor, making them perfect for spaghetti, sub sandwiches, or enjoyed on their own. Easy to prepare and customizable, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, they freeze well for quick weeknight dinners. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (12 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Once the meatballs are baked, gently add them to the sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve over spaghetti or in sub rolls topped with extra marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg