Turkey Vegetable Juicy Meatballs (Printable)

Tender turkey meatballs blended with fresh vegetables and herbs, oven-baked for healthy flavor.

# Components:

→ Meat & Eggs

01 - 500 g (17.6 oz) ground turkey
02 - 1 large egg

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 small zucchini, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
04 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
05 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

→ Binders & Seasoning

08 - 60 g (2/3 cup) breadcrumbs
09 - 30 g (1/4 cup) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika

→ For Baking

14 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, grated zucchini, grated carrot, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
03 - Add the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese (if using), dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the bowl. Gently mix until all ingredients are just combined; avoid overmixing.
04 - Using lightly dampened hands, shape the mixture into uniform meatballs, approximately the size of a golf ball, yielding about 20-24 pieces. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Lightly drizzle or brush the tops of the meatballs with olive oil.
06 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown and fully cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
07 - Serve the meatballs hot, accompanied by your preferred sauce, or alongside whole grains or pasta.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • Packed with hidden vegetables your kids won't detect
  • Freezer friendly for quick future meals
  • Versatile enough for pasta nights or appetizer platters
  • Naturally lower in fat than traditional beef meatballs
02 -
  • These meatballs contain about half the fat of traditional beef meatballs
  • Each serving provides two servings of vegetables
  • Perfect for meal prep as they maintain quality when reheated

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