TURKEY MEATBALLS
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Turkey meatballs are a flavorful protein option made from lean ground turkey, seasoned and shaped into bite-sized balls, often baked or simmered in sauce. A notable nutritional highlight is their high protein content, providing 14.4g per serving.
These turkey meatballs are offered in various meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
Popular Home Recipes for TURKEY MEATBALLS
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of TURKEY MEATBALLS shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Savory turkey meatballs are a delicious and healthy protein option, perfect for a family dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground turkey
- •1 cup breadcrumbs
- •1 egg
- •1 tsp garlic powder
- •1 tsp onion powder
- •1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- •1/2 tsp salt
- •1/4 tsp black pepper
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •1 cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 3Mix the ingredients together until well combined, then shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- 4Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- 5Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 6Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- 7Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- 8Serve hot, garnished with additional marinara sauce if desired.
Chef Tips
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Add finely chopped spinach or grated carrots to the mixture for extra nutrition.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.