Description

Irresistible Easy Turkey Meatballs are a delightful and nutritious option for any meal. These juicy meatballs, made with lean ground turkey and a medley of fresh herbs and spices, are perfect for serving over pasta, in sandwiches, or atop a salad. With a quick baking method, they come together effortlessly for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Enjoy the comforting flavors and tender texture that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground turkey
1 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
1 large egg
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 cups marinara sauce (for serving)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix gently until combined.
Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
While meatballs bake, heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
Serve hot over pasta or in sub rolls with marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 4 meatballs (160g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: - For added flavor, incorporate 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese into the mixture. - If you prefer not to bake, you can pan-fry the meatballs in olive oil until browned and cooked through. - Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.