Loaded Veggie Turkey Meatballs Recipe
Delicious and nutritious loaded veggie turkey meatballs that are perfect for a wholesome meal. These meatballs are packed with ground turkey and a variety of finely chopped vegetables, making them a flavorful and healthy option for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Turkey Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground turkey (preferably thigh meat)
- 1/2 cup lightly steamed broccoli florets, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup kale, finely chopped (or any other green)
- 1/2 cup carrots, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped (or basil, parsley, or dill)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tbsp butter or ghee, melted
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or place a cooling rack on top of a baking sheet.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients until well incorporated.
- Roll Meatballs: Roll the mixture into about 28-30 small meatballs using a small cookie scoop for uniformity and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the meatballs for 15-18 minutes until they are cooked through and slightly golden.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the vegetable mix based on your preferences.
- Ensure the meatballs are cooked through by checking the internal temperature with a meat thermometer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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