Herbed turkey meatballs

Health score
36%
Herbed turkey meatballs
30 min.
5
642kcal

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Looking for a delicious and hearty dish that the whole family will love? Look no further than these Herbed Turkey Meatballs! Perfectly seasoned and incredibly tender, these meatballs are made with lean turkey mince and a vibrant blend of herbs, ensuring a tasty and nutritious meal. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is designed for those busy days when you still want to serve something homemade.

The key to these flavorful meatballs lies in the combination of dried oregano and fresh flatleaf parsley, giving them a fresh, aromatic twist that pairs beautifully with the rich onion and garlic passata. Served atop a bed of pasta shapes, this dish is not only satisfying but also a hit among both kids and adults alike. Plus, with each serving clocking in at only 642 calories, you can enjoy this comforting meal without the guilt!

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as these delicious meatballs brown in the pan, only to be smothered in a savory sauce that seeps into every crevice of the pasta. This is the type of dish that brings everyone to the table and sparks conversation. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with this quick and easy Herbed Turkey Meatballs recipe that transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal!

Ingredients

  • 85 breadcrumbs 
  • 75 ml milk 
  • 350 ground meat turkey 
  • tsp oregano dried
  • small bunch flat parsley chopped
  • tsp olive oil 
  • 680 onion 
  • tsp sugar 
  • 500 soup noodles 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Tip the crumbs into a large bowl, then stir in the milk until the crumbs have absorbed the liquid.
  2. Add the mince, 1 tsp oregano and half the parsley, then season and mix with a fork. Use wet hands to shape into 30 meatballs.
  3. Heat the oil in a large non-stick pan, then brown the meatballs for 5 mins, turning to cook all over.
  4. Pour in the passata, sugar, remaining oregano and most of the remaining parsley. Stir well, then simmer for 8-10 mins until the meatballs are just cooked through.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to pack instructions. Season the sauce, spoon the meatballs and sauce over the pasta, then sprinkle over any remaining parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories642kcal
Protein19.26%
Fat15.2%
Carbs65.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.82
Glycemic Load
35.56
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.961739208387%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
24.58mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
6.81mg
Kaempferol
1.05mg
Myricetin
1.73mg
Quercetin
27.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:641.69kcal
32.08%
Fat:10.81g
16.63%
Saturated Fat:2.62g
16.37%
Carbohydrates:104.9g
34.97%
Net Carbohydrates:97.94g
35.61%
Sugar:13.71g
15.24%
Cholesterol:53.66mg
17.89%
Sodium:196.69mg
8.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.83g
61.65%
Vitamin K:194.33µg
185.08%
Selenium:81.82µg
116.89%
Manganese:1.31mg
65.46%
Phosphorus:414.89mg
41.49%
Vitamin B3:6.98mg
34.88%
Vitamin C:25.24mg
30.6%
Vitamin B6:0.6mg
29.9%
Fiber:6.96g
27.84%
Zinc:3.86mg
25.76%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.57%
Magnesium:98.11mg
24.53%
Copper:0.48mg
24.11%
Iron:4.21mg
23.38%
Folate:85.96µg
21.49%
Vitamin A:1051.46IU
21.03%
Potassium:699.5mg
19.99%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.51%
Vitamin B12:0.98µg
16.38%
Vitamin B5:1.5mg
15.02%
Calcium:144.4mg
14.44%
Vitamin E:0.71mg
4.74%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3%