Discover 5 Flavorful Secrets to Herb Lemon Turkey Meatballs
Author:antaki
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:15-18 meatballs 1x
Description
Unlock juicy Herb Lemon Turkey Meatballs with these 5 flavorful secrets Enhance your meal with fresh veggies and bold tastes today 155 chars
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound of ground turkey
1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
1 lemon, zest and juice
3 cloves of minced garlic
2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup of spinach
Optional: marinara sauce for serving
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Avoid overmixing.
Form mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs, yielding about 15-18 meatballs. Place them on a lined baking sheet.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped bell pepper and zucchini for 3-4 minutes, add spinach, cooking until wilted. Remove from heat.
Bake meatballs for 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Toss meatballs with sautéed veggies, and add marinara sauce if desired.
Serve and enjoy with extra parsley and Parmesan.
Notes
These delightful Herb Lemon Turkey Meatballs are infused with zesty flavors and packed with colorful veggies, making for a comforting and delicious weeknight dinner.
