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Pesto Turkey Meatballs

Savory Pesto Turkey Meatballs in Just 40 Minutes

These Pesto Turkey Meatballs are a quick and flavorful dinner option perfect for busy weeknights, combining turkey, basil pesto, and mozzarella.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey or ground chicken
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
  • 1 large Egg or flax/chia egg for egg-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil or fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Cooking
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Balls or shredded mozzarella

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pesto Turkey Meatballs
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, basil pesto, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, egg, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  2. Scoop out about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Shape the mixture into approximately 12 meatballs.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. When hot, gently add the meatballs and sear for about 5 minutes on each side.
  4. Carefully pour marinara sauce over the meatballs in the skillet. Cover and simmer on low for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove the lid and scatter mozzarella balls over the meatballs. Bake for 10 minutes.
  6. Serve the meatballs with pasta, bread, or vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose the right turkey and ensure uniform meatball sizes for even cooking. Add moisture if dry and feel free to experiment with herbs.

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