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    Turkey Meatballs CAN be moist and flavorful

    Published: Mar 9, 2021 · Modified: Jun 22, 2023 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These easy Turkey Meatballs are delicious on their own as an appetizer or along with a big pile of pasta or veggie noodles.

    Gluten Free Turkey Meatballs recipe with plenty of Parmesan cheese and herbs to make them moist and flavorful.

    turkey meatballs in a baking pan

    Low fat meatballs, especially made from ground turkey, can be drab flavorless rubber balls.

    This recipe uses plenty of Parmesan cheese to add flavor and moisture as well as acting as a binder. With no bread crumbs to weigh these down the texture is softer and the flavor of the herbs can shine through.

    Planned Leftovers for the Win

    Meatballs are perfect for the cook once eat twice concept.

    I like to make a big batch of meatballs and slightly undercook half of them. Once they are cool, I slide the baking sheet into the freezer to individually freeze. Once frozen I pop the meatballs into a zip to lock freezer bag for a quick meal another night.

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  • turkey meatballs in a baking pan

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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 pounds ground turkey breast
    • 1 large egg
    • 1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1½ tablespoons fresh oregano leaves
    • 3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves (chopped)
    • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
    • 3 cloves fresh garlic (finely minced)
    • 1 tablespoons onion powder
    • ½ tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
    • salt and black pepper (to taste)

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
    • In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, eggs, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, parsley, garlic, onion powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
    • Divide mixture into 24 equal-sized portions. If necessary, add more Parmesan cheese to bind the ingredients together. Roll each portion into a ball and place on prepared baking sheet, leaving room between each meatball.
    • Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.

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    1. Wendy Klik

      March 09, 2021 at 7:17 am

      Cheese is a great way to add moisture to turkey meatballs or meatloaf. Thanks.

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