Tasty Turkey Appetizer Balls
Perfect for parties, game nights, or family gatherings, these Tasty Turkey Appetizer Balls are a crowd-pleasing bite-sized treat packed with flavor and just the right amount of crunch. Made with lean ground turkey, breadcrumbs, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, these savory morsels are seasoned with garlic, onion powder, paprika, and fresh parsley for a herbaceous kick. Baked to golden perfection with a light brush of olive oil, they’re both healthier and easier to prepare than traditional fried appetizers. Ready in just 35 minutes, these turkey balls pair beautifully with dipping sauces like marinara or honey mustard, making them a versatile and irresistible snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground turkey
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- optional Dipping sauce of choice (e.g., marinara or honey mustard)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a spatula until evenly combined.
Using a tablespoon or small scoop, form the mixture into bite-sized balls (approximately 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the turkey balls lightly with olive oil to ensure they brown nicely in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the turkey balls are cooked through and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and allow the turkey balls to cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a serving plate.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce (optional). Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.9 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 562 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 2659 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 108.2 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 501 mg | 11% | |
*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.
