Description
Baked Turkey Meatballs are juicy, flavorful bites that are perfect for any weeknight dinner or meal prep. Infused with savory herbs and spices, these meatballs are baked to golden perfection, making them a deliciously healthy option for the whole family. Whether served over pasta with marinara sauce or nestled in a sub roll, they promise to impress at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tbsp dried)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, egg, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Mix until just combined; do not overwork the mixture.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg