TURKEY MEATBALLS W/ MARINARA
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Turkey meatballs with marinara are flavorful protein-packed meatballs made from ground turkey, simmered in a rich marinara sauce. A notable nutritional highlight is their high protein content, providing 14.4g per serving.
This dish is served in various meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
Popular Home Recipes for TURKEY MEATBALLS W/ MARINARA
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of TURKEY MEATBALLS W/ MARINARA shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Savor the deliciousness of turkey meatballs simmered in a rich marinara sauce, perfect for a protein-packed family meal.
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground turkey
- •1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- •1 tsp garlic powder
- •1 tsp salt
- •1/2 tsp black pepper
- •1 egg
- •2 cups marinara sauce
- •2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 400°F.
- 2In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and egg.
- 3Mix ingredients thoroughly and form into 1.5-inch meatballs.
- 4Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- 5Add meatballs to the skillet, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 6Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs and transfer the skillet to the oven.
- 7Bake for 20 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through.
- 8Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or additional Parmesan if desired.
Chef Tips
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
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.