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Golden brown turkey meatballs on a baking sheet with green zucchini flecks
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Zucchini Turkey Meatballs

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 215kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1 cup grated zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg , beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/4 cup yellow onion, finely minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove all excess moisture.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, squeezed zucchini, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, Parmesan, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix by hand until just combined, taking care not to overwork the meat which can lead to a dense texture.
  • Form the mixture into 1.5-inch spheres, approximately 16 to 20 meatballs total.
  • Arrange the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet with at least 1 inch of space between each.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) using a meat thermometer.
  • Optional: Broil on high for 1-2 minutes for additional browning on the exterior.