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Oven-Baked Turkey Meatballs

Savory Oven-Baked Turkey Meatballs: Healthy & Juicy Delights

Enjoy these Oven-Baked Turkey Meatballs, a healthy and juicy delight perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Consider gluten-free breadcrumbs or oat flour for gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Can substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free option.
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion Shallots or leeks can be used as substitutes if desired.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder works if fresh isn't available.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan option, use a flax egg.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Basil or cilantro can be delightful substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Italian seasoning can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Almond milk or soy milk works for dairy-free version.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Oven-Baked Turkey Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and milk. Mix until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs approximately 1.5 inches in diameter and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Lightly drizzle or spray the formed meatballs with olive oil for a crispier exterior.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until they turn golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. For extra crispness, broil the meatballs for about 2 minutes after baking (optional).
  7. Let the meatballs rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the meatball mixture to rest for 10 minutes before shaping for best results. Use a meatball scoop for uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.

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