Turkey Meatballs

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Turkey Meatballs recipe
Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep 10 min
Cook 12 min
Total 22 min

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) ground turkey
1/2 cup (60 g) breadcrumbs
1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup (15 g) chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil for frying

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, milk, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
4. Serve the meatballs with pasta, in a sub sandwich, or as an appetizer with your choice of sauce.
Estimated Nutritional Information*

Per serving | Servings: 4

Calories: 281 kcal
Carbohydrates: 13.2 g
Protein: 28 g
Fat: 12.7 g
Saturated fat: 4.1 g
Cholesterol: 125 mg
Fiber: 0.8 g
Sugar: 1.8 g
Sodium: 312 mg
Potassium: 369 mg
Calcium: 133 mg
Iron: 2.44 mg
Vitamin A: 79 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 5.5 mg
Vitamin D: 0.9 µg

Generated: 2026-11-05T21:52:38+00:00

*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded.

Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
325
Country
United States
Region
Texas
URL
https://kitchen2mytable.com/view_recipe_data.php?id=325

Important Cooking Safety Notice

Please ensure all proteins are cooked to a safe internal temperature:

  • Chicken & Poultry: 165°F (74°C)
  • Ground Meats (Beef, Pork, Lamb): 160°F (71°C)
  • Whole Cuts of Pork, Beef, Veal, Lamb: 145°F (63°C) plus a 3-minute rest
  • Fish & Shellfish: 145°F (63°C)

Always use a food thermometer to verify doneness. Stay safe and enjoy cooking!