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Baked Turkey Meatballs Recipe

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These Baked Turkey Meatballs are a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional meatballs, made with lean ground turkey and Italian seasonings. They are easy to prepare, baked to perfection, and perfect for serving over spaghetti or alongside your favorite sauce and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

Meatball Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ Tablespoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper or spraying it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the meatballs from sticking.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground turkey, egg, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic (or garlic powder), Italian seasoning, soy sauce, sea salt, ground pepper, and unsweetened almond milk. Mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Form Meatballs: With clean hands, shape the meat mixture into 1 to 2-inch balls. Place the formed meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart. Alternatively, use a cookie scoop for uniform meatballs.
  4. Bake Meatballs: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for about 15 minutes. They should be lightly browned on the outside and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are fully cooked.
  5. Serve: Remove the meatballs from the oven and serve warm. They pair wonderfully over spaghetti with your favorite sauce and fresh herbs for added flavor.

Notes

  • To ensure even cooking, do not overcrowd the baking sheet; leave space between each meatball.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; turkey must be cooked to at least 165°F internally.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • You can freeze cooked meatballs for up to 3 months; reheat thoroughly before serving.
  • If using garlic powder instead of fresh garlic, adjust to taste.

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