Low Fat Savory Turkey Meatballs
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these flavorful and guilt-free Low Fat Savory Turkey Meatballs! Made with lean ground turkey, aromatic garlic, and finely chopped onion, these meatballs are tender, juicy, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Enhanced with a blend of oregano, parsley, and black pepper, they deliver a burst of savory goodness without excess fat. Perfectly baked in the oven using just a spritz of olive oil spray, they achieve a golden crisp exterior while staying health-conscious. Ready in about 45 minutes, these protein-rich meatballs are ideal for a quick meal or meal prep, pairing effortlessly with pasta, a fresh salad, or your favorite dipping sauce. Whether you're following a nutritious diet or simply craving a comforting dish, these easy turkey meatballs hit all the right notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground turkey
- 50 grams Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 small, finely chopped Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 60 milliliters Low-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 5 sprays Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and low-fat milk.
Add the chopped parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix these ingredients thoroughly until they are well combined.
Lightly wet your hands and form the mixture into small balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get approximately 16 meatballs.
Place the meatballs on the lined baking tray, making sure they are evenly spaced.
Lightly spray the meatballs with olive oil to add a touch of crispiness while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.0 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 582 mg | 194% | |
| Sodium | 3624 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 116.3 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1462 mg | 31% | |
*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.
