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Turkey Zucchini Meatballs

Annalise, Completely Delicious

These turkey zucchini meatballs are a delicious way to sneak extra veggies into your meal. Serve with cooked spaghetti and a loaf of crusty bread for an easy weeknight dinner.
20 min Prep Time
20 min Cook Time
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Servings: 12 meatballs

Servings: 12 meatballs

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 quart marinara sauce

Instructions

Step 1

In large bowl, combine ground turkey, zucchini, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper and onion powder. Use your hands to form mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 3

Set large, oven-proof skillet over medium high heat and add butter. Once butter is melted, add meatballs and sear for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add marinara sauce to skillet, covering meatballs and transfer to oven. Bake until meatballs are cooked through, about 20 minutes (internal temperature should read 165°F). Serve immediately.