Turkey Spinach Meatballs
These Turkey Spinach Meatballs are savory, hearty, and packed with nutrients, making them a deliciously comforting meal for any table.
Ingredients
Meatball Mixture
- 1 pound ground turkey Provides a lean protein base; can be substituted with lean ground beef or chicken.
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Can be substituted with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
- 1 large egg Can be replaced with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan version.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
Serving Accompaniments
- 1 cup pumpkin puree Can substitute with sweet potato puree or creamy mashed potato.
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped spinach, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, heat the pumpkin puree in a saucepan over medium heat until warm.
- Serve the meatballs topped with marinara sauce and spoon the warm pumpkin puree on the side.
Notes
For extra flavor, let the mixture sit for 5 minutes before forming into meatballs. Uniform sizing helps with even cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 16gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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