These healthy veggie and turkey meatballs are perfect for a nutritious side dish or main course. Packed with lean turkey and fresh vegetables, they are great for meal prep and can be enjoyed throughout the week.
Healthy Veggie and Turkey Meatballs
These healthy veggie and turkey meatballs are perfect for a nutritious side dish or main course. Packed with lean turkey and fresh vegetables, they are great for meal prep and can be enjoyed throughout the week.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Large skillet
- Measuring cups
- spatula
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of lean ground turkey
- 1 cup panko Japanese breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup of carrots finely chopped
- ¼ cup of zucchini finely chopped
- ¼ cup of onion finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons of Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon of sea salt
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- ¾ cup of chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, panko, finely chopped carrots, zucchini, onion, eggs, Italian seasoning, and sea salt.
- Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook until browned, turning frequently, for about 7 minutes.
- Add ½ cup of chicken broth to the skillet, cover, and reduce the heat to low.
- Cook until the liquid is nearly absorbed, approximately 7 minutes.
- Add the remaining ¼ cup of chicken broth and increase the heat to medium.
- Cook uncovered until the liquid is fully absorbed.
- Serve the meatballs as a healthy side dish or main course, and enjoy!
Notes & Wine Advice
Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light Pinot Grigio to complement the fresh vegetables and lean turkey.
Nutrition values
Calories: 250 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 10 g | Sugar: 2 g