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Turkey Meatballs

Delicious Baked Turkey Meatballs in Savory Tomato Sauce

Discover the perfect blend of flavors in these Turkey Meatballs, ideal for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Meatball Mixture
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Tomato Sauce
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Large bowl
  • pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined.
  3. Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. While baking, heat crushed tomatoes in a pot over medium heat; stir in oregano and season with salt and pepper. Let simmer until thickened.
  6. Once meatballs are done, add them to the sauce for additional flavor melding before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to substitute turkey with ground chicken or add your favorite cheese or spices.

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