Description
Juicy, cheesy, and secretly veggie-packed—these meatballs are clean eating comfort food!
With zucchini and melty mozzarella inside, these turkey meatballs stay moist and flavorful without the need for breadcrumbs. Perfect for low-carb lifestyles, meal prep, or a wholesome weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
• 8 oz (220g) ground turkey
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
• 2 tbsp zucchini, shredded and squeezed dry
• 2 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp green pesto
• Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine ground turkey, garlic, basil, zucchini, mozzarella, pesto, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
Form Meatballs: Shape mixture into 10–12 small meatballs.
Cook:
– Stovetop: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium with a little olive oil. Cook meatballs 8–10 minutes, turning to brown all sides.
– Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes until fully cooked.
Serve: Pair with marinara, on zoodles, in wraps, or over salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 220 per serving
- Sugar: 0.6g per serving
- Fat: 12g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 2g per serving
- Fiber: 0.5g per serving
- Protein: 26g per serving