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Savory Turkey Meatballs with Marinara Sauce Delight Your Tastebuds!

Savory Turkey Meatballs with Marinara Sauce are a delicious and healthy option for any meal, packed with flavor and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 jar 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, onion powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil over the meatballs. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
  6. Once the meatballs are done, add them to the marinara sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  7. Serve the meatballs with pasta, on a sub roll, or over rice, and garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free crackers.
  • Add finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the meatball mixture for extra nutrition and flavor.

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