Whole30 Steamed Turkey
Elevate your Whole30 meal planning with this flavorful and nutrient-packed 'Whole30 Steamed Turkey' recipe! These tender turkey meatballs are seasoned with aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and umami-rich coconut aminos, creating a dish that's both delicious and Whole30-compliant. Steaming the meatballs locks in moisture while keeping them light and healthy, making this a perfect choice for low-carb or gluten-free lifestyles. Garnished with green onions and an optional drizzle of sesame oil for extra depth, these turkey meatballs pair beautifully with steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice. Ready in just 35 minutes, this clean and simple recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep days!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground turkey
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 inch Fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp Coconut aminos
- 2 stalks Green onion
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Sesame oil (optional, for garnish - Whole30 compliant)
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Grate the ginger using a fine grater or microplane.
Slice the green onions thinly, separating the white and green parts.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, minced garlic, grated ginger, white parts of the green onions, coconut aminos, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix.
Form the turkey mixture into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. You should end up with 12-14 meatballs.
In a large steamer pot, add 2 cups of water and bring it to a gentle boil.
Line the steaming basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking, ensuring that steam can still circulate through the sides. Alternatively, lightly grease the basket with a compliant oil.
Place the meatballs in the steaming basket, leaving a small amount of space between each one. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the basket.
Cover the pot and steam the meatballs over medium heat for about 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Remove the meatballs from the steamer and transfer them to a serving plate.
Drizzle a small amount of sesame oil over the meatballs (optional) and garnish with the green parts of the green onions.
Serve hot with a side of steamed vegetables, cauliflower rice, or any other Whole30-compliant accompaniment. Enjoy your clean and nutritious Whole30 meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.9 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 2064 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 86.7 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 160 mg | 3% | |
*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.
