Description
Baked Turkey Meatballs are a deliciously healthy alternative to traditional meatballs, combining lean ground turkey with herbs and spices for a flavorful dish. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep, these tender meatballs are versatile enough to be served over pasta, in subs, or on their own with dipping sauces. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that promises to please your taste buds while keeping meals nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve with marinara sauce over spaghetti or in subs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg