Turkey Florentine Meatball Heroes With Tomato and O

Name: Turkey Florentine Meatball Heroes With Tomato and Onion Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 medium plum tomatoes, thinly sliced; 1 red onion, thinly sliced; ¼ cup flat leaf parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling; salt and pepper; 1 (10 ounce) box frozen spinach, defrosted in microwave; 2 lbs ground turkey breast; 1 medium onion, grated; 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 large egg; ¾ cup breadcrumbs; ½ cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 cup milk; 1 cup chicken stock; ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 4 hoagie rolls; 10 ounces sack shredded provolone cheese

Servings: persons

5 medium plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
salt and pepper
1 (10 ounce) box frozen spinach, defrosted in microwave
2 lbs ground turkey breast
1 medium onion, grated
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 large egg
¾ cup breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1 cup chicken stock
½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
4 hoagie rolls
10 ounces sack shredded provolone cheese

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Toss tomatoes, onions, chopped parsley, vinegar, with about 2 Tablespoons of olive oil and salt and pepper.
3
Let stand.
4
Wring defrosted spinach in dry, clean kitchen towel.
5
Place turky in bowel and make a well in the middle.
6
Into the well, add the grated onion, garlic, egg, bread crumbs, grated Parmigiano, spinach, salt and pepper.
7
Form into 12 large balls and arrange on nonstick cookie sheet.
8
Drizzle the meatballs with oil, and roast for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
9
Heat small sauce pot over medium heat with 2 Tablespoons butter.
10
When butter is melted, whisk in flour, cook for 1 minute, then whisk in the milk and chicken stock.
11
Bring liquid to a boil and simmer until thickened.
12
Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
13
Turn to low.
14
Split rolls in half lengthwise and scoop a little bit of bread out, so there is more room for meatballs and sauce.
15
Transfer rolls to baking sheet and toast until golden brown.
16
Place 2-3 balls on each roll, top with white sauce and provolone cheese.
17
Serve with tomato and onion salad.

1204

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

105

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 medium plum tomatoes, thinly sliced, 1 red onion, thinly sliced, ¼ cup flat leaf parsley, chopped, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Turkey Florentine Meatball Heroes With Tomato and Onion Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Turkey Florentine Meatball Heroes With Tomato and Onion Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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