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Turkey Spinach Meatballs

A quick and healthy meatball recipe that combines ground turkey and spinach for a flavorful and hearty meal, perfect for families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 130
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground turkey Use whatever is on sale
  • 2 cups chopped spinach Fresh or frozen, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg Binds the mixture; can be omitted if unavailable
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese Adds flavor; can substitute with regular cheese
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Add if the mixture is too sticky; more if it’s too wet
  • 1-2 Tbsp milk Add if the mixture is too dry

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, chopped spinach, egg, parmesan cheese, dried herbs, breadcrumbs, and milk until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cooking
  1. Place meatballs on a lined baking sheet.
  2. Bake in preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until fully cooked through.

Notes

These meatballs taste better the next day. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients like leftover veggies or different cheeses.