Easy Pesto Turkey Meatballs
These Easy Pesto Turkey Meatballs are a delightful low-carb dinner idea, packed with flavor and simplicity, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine ground turkey, pesto sauce, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg