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How to Make Turkey Pesto Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and unique way to enjoy ground turkey? Look no further than this recipe for Turkey Pesto Meatballs. These meatballs are packed with flavor and are a perfect way to switch up your usual meatball routine. The combination of juicy ground turkey, zesty pesto, and a variety of herbs and spices creates a mouthwatering dish that the whole family will love.

These Turkey Pesto Meatballs are perfect for a weeknight dinner, a special occasion, or even as a make-ahead meal...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen spinach
  • 1 pound lean ground turkey
  • ⅓ cup pesto
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 ½ (1 ounce) packets plain instant oatmeal
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a large baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Add spinach; mix until fully cooked, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • In the meantime, combine turkey, pesto, egg whites, oatmeal, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Add onion-spinach mixture and mix well. Shape mixture into balls using an ice cream scoop. Place in the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, 30 to 35 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    262 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 282mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 213mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 355mg

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