Description
The Best Turkey Meatballs are a delightful blend of lean ground turkey and aromatic herbs, simmered in a rich tomato sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. These juicy meatballs are not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion, from family dinners to casual gatherings. With a perfect balance of flavors and textures, they’re bound to become a favorite in your home kitchen. Experience the comfort of homemade goodness with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup plain or Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, and egg. Mix gently until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about 2 inches in diameter and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer while the meatballs bake.
- Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg