Turkey Pesto Meatballs
Turkey Pesto Meatballs are a family favorite and so simple to make. Everyone from toddlers to adults will love this easy weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- 9x11 inch baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pound lean ground turkey
- 1/4 cup pesto, more pesto recipes (including a nut free one) are linked below
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups marinara sauce (recipe linked here or below in notes)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place all the ingredients (except for the marinara sauce) in a bowl and using your hands, combine until everything is incorporated.
- Using about 1 tablespoon of the mixture per meatball, roll into balls and place on a plate. Try to not pack the meatballs too tight, they can become tough if you do.
- Pour the marinara sauce into a 9x11 inch baking dish and top with the meatballs.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Notes
Homemade Pesto Recipes: Classic Basil Pesto, Spinach Pesto, Kale Pesto, Nut Free Pesto, Pistachio Pesto
Homemade Marinara Sauce
To Freeze: Roll into balls and place on a cookie sheet and freeze. After 30 minutes place the par-frozen balls in a ziploc bag, label and freeze. When ready, defrost in fridge for 24 hours or put them straight in the oven with sauce increasing cooking time by 5 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 1410mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g
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