Delicious and Easy Turkey Meatballs
Use ground turkey to make this easy turkey meatball recipe. A secret ingredient, feta cheese, adds tangy and salty flavor and keeps the meatballs tender and delicious.
Servings: 4
Calories: 443kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey 85% lean
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 small white onion finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 jar marinara sauce 28 ounces
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, parsley, egg, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well. 1 pound lean ground turkey, 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 small white onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 large egg, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Add the crumbled feta cheese to the turkey mixture and gently mix until just combined. 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, form the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet (you'll get 20-25 small meatballs). Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle the olive oil until it coats the pan. Gently place the meatballs on the skillet, arranging them so they do not touch. 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Cook the meatballs for 2-3 minutes and then turn them, allowing each side to brown. Pour in a jar of marinara sauce and allow the meatballs to simmer for 3-4 more minutes. Check the internal temperature of the meatballs with a thermometer to make sure it reaches 165ºF. 1 jar marinara sauce
- Serve the turkey meatballs hot over spaghetti, with garlic bread or a vegetable like roasted broccoli. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
Notes
- To bake in the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray the sheet with a cooking spray.
Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each of the tops of meatballs with olive oil using a cooking brush. Bake for 14-16 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through. Check the internal temperature with a thermometer to make sure it reaches 165ºF. - Use any mixture of meat you'd like: ground beef, pork sausage, even ground chicken.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 6 weeks.
- Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks. The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 4, with 1 serving being 1/4 of the meatballs and sauce. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **
Nutrition
Calories: 443kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 134mg | Sodium: 1845mg | Potassium: 981mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1356IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 330mg | Iron: 5mg