Turkey and Quinoa Meatballs
A healthier twist on classic meatballs, combining lean ground turkey with protein-packed quinoa to create tender, flavorful meatballs that are both nutritious and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 cup cooked quinoa cooled
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, cooled quinoa, egg, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, and onion.
- Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined - avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 1½ inches in diameter).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (about 12-15 minutes).
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.