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Turkey Zucchini Meatballs
We love these healthy turkey zucchini meatballs that are so easy to prepare for a healthy meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground turkey - 85% Lean
- 2 cups shredded zucchini ( about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup oatmeal (regular oatmeal works best)
- 1 mediume egg
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425 F. Spray a cookie sheet with nonstick spray or line with foil and lightly spay foil.
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Gently mix everything together in a medium bowl with the exception of the BBQ sauce. Let mixture sit in the refrigerator for about 4-5 minutes.
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using a 1/4 inch cup, fill the cup with turkey mixture and then roll into a ball shape using your hands. Lay the meatballs on the cookie sheet in a row - careful not to touch.
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Bake for 20 minutes and then remove from the oven. Brush each turkey meatball with a light coating of BBQ sauce. Place back in the oven and bake or broil for about 2 additional minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Turkey Zucchini Meatballs
Amount Per Serving (4 g)
Calories 280
Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 71mg24%
Sodium 923mg40%
Potassium 621mg18%
Carbohydrates 22g7%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin A 330IU7%
Vitamin C 11.3mg14%
Calcium 177mg18%
Iron 1.9mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.