The Best Turkey Meatballs: Juicy & Flavor-Packed Delight
Delight in these juicy turkey meatballs, bursting with savory herbs and spices—perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (12 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and are golden brown.
- Transfer cooked meatballs to plates or bowls. Serve plain or drizzled with marinara sauce for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg