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Oven-Baked Turkey Meatballs Healthy Dinner

Oven-Baked Turkey Meatballs: The Healthy Dinner You Crave

Oven-Baked Turkey Meatballs are a healthy dinner option that you can customize easily, perfect for meal prep and satisfying even the pickiest eaters.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or oat flour if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Nutritional yeast can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion Shallots or leeks can be used as substitutes.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1 tbsp Parsley Basil or cilantro can also be used.
  • 1 tsp Oregano Italian seasoning can be a quick alternative.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Milk Almond or soy milk can be used for a dairy-free option.
For an Extra Crunch
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Drizzle lightly for a crispy exterior.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and milk. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Lightly drizzle or spray the meatballs with olive oil for extra crunch.
  5. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. For extra crispness, broil the meatballs for an additional 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  7. Let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, let the mixture rest for 10 minutes before shaping. Ensure even cooking by making meatballs a uniform size.

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