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turkey ricotta meatballs

Turkey Ricotta Meatballs: 7 Deliciously Healthy Reasons

A delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meatballs using turkey and ricotta.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, ricotta cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
  6. Serve with your favorite sauce.

Notes

  • Can be served with pasta or in a sub sandwich.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Ana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: turkey ricotta meatballs, healthy meatballs, Italian meatballs