Healthy and Delicious Turkey Meatballs Recipe

These turkey meatballs are a light and flavorful alternative to traditional beef meatballs. Made with ground turkey, breadcrumbs, herbs, and spices, they are perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. Serve them with your favorite pasta or enjoy them on their own for a tasty appetizer. This recipe is a family favorite, and everyone will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and beaten egg. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
2. Using damp hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Place the meatballs in the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking the meatballs for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
5. Serve the turkey meatballs with your favorite pasta and marinara sauce, or on their own as an appetizer.
6. Enjoy!

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