Easy Low-Fat Turkey Meatballs with Basil Parmesan
These easy low-fat turkey meatballs are packed with protein and perfect for a healthy meal. Serve them with fettuccine noodles, fresh basil, and extra Parmesan for a delicious Italian-inspired dish.
Equipment
- baking sheet
- Measuring cups
- spatula
- Mixing spoon
Ingrediënten
- 1 pound of ground turkey
- ¼ cup of chopped onion
- ½ cup of dried bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese plus additional Parmesan for serving
- ⅛ teaspoon of salt
- Pepper to taste
- ¼ cup of basil thinly sliced
Instructies
- How do I prepare it?
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well blended.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls, making about 36 meatballs.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are no longer pink in the center.
- Serve the meatballs over fettuccine noodles, and garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Pair with a light Pinot Grigio or a crisp Chardonnay to complement the fresh basil and Parmesan.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 6 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 7 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Salt: 350 g
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