Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs
50 min.
20
59kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy dish that the whole family will love? Look no further than our Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs! This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrition. With a delightful combination of lean ground turkey, fresh zucchini, and aromatic garlic, these meatballs are a fantastic alternative to traditional beef meatballs, making them a lighter option without sacrificing taste.

In just 50 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that serves 20 people, perfect for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. The rich, homemade tomato sauce, infused with basil and sautéed scallions, perfectly complements the tender meatballs, creating a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Whether you're serving it as a side dish, antipasti, or a hearty starter, this recipe is versatile enough to fit any occasion. Plus, with only 59 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful Spaghetti with Turkey Meatballs. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes with basil crushed canned
  • large eggs 
  • cloves garlic minced
  • pound pd of ground turkey 93% lean ( )
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • tablespoons parmesan grated
  • 20 servings salt 
  • 1.3 cups spring onion thinly sliced
  • cups zucchini grated (from 1 large zucchini)
  • 0.3 cup frangelico crushed finely
  • 13.3 oz frangelico 
  • 0.3 cup frangelico crushed finely

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • pot
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, and mist with cooking spray.
  2. Mix turkey, zucchini, Triscuits, egg, pepper, half of scallions and half of garlic. Form into 30 1 1/2-inch meatballs; place on sheet.
  3. Bake 20 minutes.
  4. Warm oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat; saut remaining scallions and garlic for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until sauce thickens, 8 minutes. Stir in meatballs. Reduce heat to low.
  5. Add spaghetti to boiling water and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.
  6. Drain; top with meatballs, sauce and Parmesan, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories59kcal
Protein46.04%
Fat28.01%
Carbs25.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.7
Glycemic Load
1.02
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.0743479314058%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:58.87kcal
2.94%
Fat:1.93g
2.98%
Saturated Fat:0.56g
3.51%
Carbohydrates:4.03g
1.34%
Net Carbohydrates:2.97g
1.08%
Sugar:2.23g
2.48%
Cholesterol:22.79mg
7.6%
Sodium:287.44mg
12.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.16g
14.31%
Vitamin K:16.12µg
15.35%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.56%
Vitamin B3:2.79mg
13.93%
Selenium:6.51µg
9.29%
Vitamin C:7.23mg
8.77%
Phosphorus:87.56mg
8.76%
Potassium:240.76mg
6.88%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.19%
Copper:0.1mg
5.12%
Iron:0.91mg
5.03%
Magnesium:19.2mg
4.8%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.62%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.6%
Zinc:0.65mg
4.35%
Fiber:1.07g
4.26%
Calcium:41.25mg
4.13%
Vitamin A:203.66IU
4.07%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.89%
Folate:15.26µg
3.81%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.71%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.6%
Source:My Recipes