Description
Turkey Meatballs are a comforting, flavorful dish that brings warmth to any meal. Crafted from lean ground turkey and infused with aromatic herbs and spices, these tender meatballs are perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. With a simple tomato sauce to enhance their taste, they become a delightful centerpiece for family dinners or a hit at parties. Easy to prepare, they promise satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups tomato sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 24 total) and arrange them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F or 74°C).
- While meatballs bake, heat tomato sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Once meatballs are done, add them to the simmering sauce for about five minutes.
- Serve warm drizzled with extra sauce and topped with more Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg