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Turkey Meatballs
Turkey Meatballs · ready in 24 min · 4 servings · 260 kcal per serving · easy · 9 ingredients
Juicy, tender turkey meatballs seasoned with garlic, herbs, and onion, pan-seared until perfectly browned for a comforting, savory bite that works beautifully in countless meals.
- Prep
- 12 min
- Cook
- 12 min
- Total
- 24 min
- Serves
- 4
- kcal
- 260
- Difficulty
- easy
Ingredients · 4 servings
- 680 gLean ground turkey
- 12 gGarlic cloves
- 80 gOnion
- 8 gParsley
- 6 gSalt
- 2 gPepper
- 2 gOregano
- 50 gEgg
- 10 mlVegetable oil
Equipment
stovetop, chef knife, mixing bowl, skillet, spoon, tongs
Instructions
- Mix and shape
Gather a large bowl and mixing spoon, then combine lean ground turkey, minced garlic cloves, finely chopped onion, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, oregano, and egg, and shape into about 30 meatballs. · 10 min
What to look for: uniform mixture that holds together
- Oil the pan
Lightly coat a nonstick skillet with vegetable oil spray to prevent sticking before cooking the meatballs. · 2 min
What to look for: pan lightly coated and shimmering
- Cook and serve
Cook the meatballs in batches over medium heat, turning to brown all sides until cooked through, then transfer to plates and serve hot. · 6 min
When it is done: Turkey is done when the center reaches 74°C / 165°F and juices run clear.
Nutrition (per serving)
| kcal | 260 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates | 4 g |
| of which sugars | 1 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| of which saturated | 4 g |
| Fibre | 1 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
Nutri-ScoreB
Allergens
Contains: eggs
Storage and reheating
- Fridge: up to 3 days
- Freezer: yes, up to 3 months
Ingredient substitutions
Lean ground turkey
- ground chicken: Use thigh meat for juicier meatballs
- ground beef: Drain excess fat after cooking
Garlic cloves
- garlic powder: Lower FODMAP option
Onion
- shallot: Sweeter and milder flavor
- green onion tops: Chop finely
Parsley
- cilantro: Fresh and bright alternative
Salt
- kosher salt: Adjust to taste
Pepper
- white pepper: Smoother heat
