Turkey Meatballs

So this week for dinner, we wanted something high in protein but low in calories and fat.  Easier than you think... you don't have to have a bland tasting meal to achieve these results.    

So, we came up with these delicious turkey meatballs-  Packed with protein, veggies, and great taste!  The best part is the bell peppers in these meatballs. It gives them a roasted pepper taste plus cuts down on calories!



Turkey Meatballs

1 lb lean ground turkey
1/4 cup bell peppers, finely chopped in a food processor (We like the red, yellow, and orange)
2 eggs
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1 tsp garlic
1 tablespoon italian seasoning 
salt and pepper, to taste


Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.  (We like to lightly spray our foil with nonstick cooking spray just to ensure nothing sticks.)

In a bowl, combine turkey, bell peppers, eggs, bread crumbs, garlic, italian seasoning, and salt & pepper until everything comes together.

Form the meatballs by rolling into ball shapes.  

Place on a baking sheet and bake for about 20-30 minutes depending on big you made your meatballs.  Flip them halfway through.  They should brown on both sides. 

We paired ours with our favorite whole grain pasta!

Look at that packed protein!

*One serving= 4 meatballs if you make 20 meatballs.  (the smaller you make them the more you get!:)



Let us know if you tried our meatballs!  Do you have any high protein, low calorie dinner ideas?

XOXO,
J&L