Description
Flavorful Healthy Italian Meatballs No Bread Crumbs Needed Tasty are a delicious, guilt-free option for your dinner table. Made with lean ground turkey or beef and infused with aromatic herbs, these meatballs deliver a burst of Italian flavor without the carbs from breadcrumbs. Simmered in a rich tomato sauce, they offer a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a family gathering or a casual dinner. Enjoy them over whole-grain pasta or zucchini noodles for a nutritious twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey or beef
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground turkey or beef, parsley, garlic, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Form the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
- Meanwhile, heat crushed tomatoes in a saucepan with oregano; season with salt and pepper.
- Once meatballs are done, transfer them to the sauce and simmer for an additional five minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (158g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg