Description
Baked Pesto Spinach Turkey Meatballs offer a delightful combination of savory turkey, vibrant pesto, and nutritious spinach for a meal that’s both satisfying and healthy. These tender meatballs are perfect for family dinners or gatherings, bursting with flavor while being easy to prepare. They can be served over pasta, in a sub, or alongside a fresh salad. Get ready to enjoy an explosion of taste in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, pesto, chopped spinach, Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter).
- Arrange the meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve warm with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 95mg