Turkey Veggie Meatballs Recipe

Name: Turkey Veggie Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1/2 whole Onion, Diced; 1 whole Carrot, Quartered And Diced; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 pound Lean Ground Turkey; 1/4 teaspoons Each Of Salt, Pepper, Dried Basil And Dried Oregano; 3/4 cups Bread Crumbs; ⅓ cups Butternut Squash Puree; 23 ounces, weight Jar Of Pasta Sauce; 8 ounces, fluid Tomato Sauce

Servings: persons

1
Over medium heat, saute the onion and carrot in a drizzle of olive oil for about 8-10 minutes, until tender.
2
Set aside and allow to cool.
3
In a glass bowl combine the garlic, turkey, spices, breadcrumbs and squash.
4
Once the onion and carrots have cooled, add them to the mixture and stir to combine.
5
Do not overmix.
6
Form into 25 or so, 1-inch-ish sized balls.
7
Heat a large skillet over medium high heat with about 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add the meatballs and cook until brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.
8
If your skillet is not large enough, do this step in batches so as not to overcrowd the pan.
9
Once the meatballs are all browned, add pasta sauce and tomato sauce and simmer for at least 20 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.
10
Serve with your favorite whole wheat pasta.

1028

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1/2 whole Onion, Diced, 1 whole Carrot, Quartered And Diced, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Turkey Veggie 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 Veggie Meatballs

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Variations & substitutions

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