Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Baked Pesto Spinach Turkey Meatballs, a flavorful and healthy option for any meal. These moist and tender meatballs are packed with nutrients from fresh spinach and rich pesto, making them perfect as an appetizer or main dish. Ready in under an hour, they promise to elevate your dinner experience with minimal effort. Ideal for families or gatherings, these meatballs are sure to impress, proving that healthy eating can be delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, chopped spinach, pesto sauce, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Scoop the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before serving with extra pesto or over spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg