High Protein Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these irresistibly tender and flavorful **High Protein Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs**! Made with a balanced blend of lean ground beef and ground turkey breast, these meatballs deliver a hearty dose of protein without compromising on taste. Infused with classic Italian seasonings like oregano, basil, minced garlic, and fresh parsley, they’re complemented by Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs for a perfectly moist texture. Prepared entirely in the oven for a healthier twist, these meatballs are finished by simmering in a robust tomato sauce for an extra burst of flavor. Ready in under an hour, they’re ideal for meal prep, family gatherings, or pairing with pasta, zucchini noodles, or a crisp salad. Perfectly delicious and easy to make, this recipe will become a weekly favorite for anyone seeking quick, nutritious, and comforting Italian cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground beef
- 250 grams Ground turkey breast
- 2 large Eggs
- 60 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 60 grams Italian breadcrumbs
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 15 grams Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 500 milliliters Tomato sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it with a light coat of olive oil.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, ground turkey breast, and two large eggs. Mix until evenly combined.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spatula until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, about the size of a golf ball, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Once all the meatballs are formed, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, until they are browned and cooked through.
While the meatballs are baking, heat the tomato sauce in a large saucepan over medium heat until warm.
After 20 minutes, remove the meatballs from the oven and gently transfer them into the saucepan with the warmed tomato sauce. Allow them to simmer in the sauce for an additional 10 minutes.
Serve the meatballs hot, topped with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired. They pair wonderfully with pasta, zucchini noodles, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1917 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.4 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 917 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 5091 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 221.0 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 924 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
