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Easy Turkey Meatballs A Skinny Italian Delight

Easy Turkey Meatballs A Skinny Italian Delight

4.50 from 2 votes
These Easy Turkey Meatballs are a light and flavorful twist on a classic Italian favorite. Made with lean ground turkey, fresh herbs, and a touch of Parmesan, they’re baked to perfection for a healthier, guilt-free meal that doesn’t skimp on taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned)
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for greasing the pan

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined—do not overmix.
  3. Roll the mixture into 16 evenly sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
  4. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.
  5. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving. Enjoy with marinara sauce over zucchini noodles or whole wheat pasta for a complete Italian-inspired meal.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the mixture. These meatballs freeze beautifully—store cooled meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.