Turkey Meatballs Recipe

Name: Turkey Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Small Onion; 5 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1- 1/2 pound Ground Turkey; 5 Tablespoons Bread Crumbs; 1 whole Large Egg; 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning; 2 teaspoons Fresh Chopped Parsley; 1/2 bulbs Roasted Garlic Crushed Into Paste; 1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes; 2 Tablespoons Milk; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Pepper; 1/2 cups Pecorino Or Parmesan Cheese; 1 jar (24 Oz. Size) Marinara Sauce Of Your Choice

Servings: persons

1 whole Small Onion
5 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
1- 1/2 pound Ground Turkey
5 Tablespoons Bread Crumbs
1 whole Large Egg
1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
2 teaspoons Fresh Chopped Parsley
1/2 bulbs Roasted Garlic Crushed Into Paste
1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
2 Tablespoons Milk
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoons Ground Pepper
1/2 cups Pecorino Or Parmesan Cheese
1 jar (24 Oz. Size) Marinara Sauce Of Your Choice

1
Saute onion in a little olive oil, about 1 tablespoon.
2
In a large bowl add the remaining ingredients (except the marinara sauce and remaining olive oil) and mix well.
3
Gently mix, being careful not to overwork the meat.
4
Shape into golfball-size balls.
5
I use an ice cream scoop so they are even in size.
6
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the remaining 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) oil over medium heat.
7
Add meatballs and, without moving or turning the meat, allow it to brown for about 3 minutes.
8
Turn meatballs and brown other side.
9
Add marinara sauce, cover and cook on low for about 20 minutes.

332

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Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Small Onion, 5 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1- 1/2 pound Ground Turkey, 5 Tablespoons Bread Crumbs, and more.

Yes, Turkey Meatballs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkey Meatballs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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