Turkey Zucchini Meatballs
We love turkey zucchini meatballs and are always looking for ways to perfect them! A healthy dinner starts with healthy ingredients and these yummy meatballs have lean turkey, oatmeal, and 2 whole cups of shredded zucchini!
After the meatballs have baked in the oven, we give them a light and tasty glaze with BBQ sauce. No one can resist these meatballs and they are every bit delicious as they are good for you.
We use a small shredder to easily shred a small/medium zucchini. It only takes about 2 minutes to shred your zucchini into 2 cups. Make sure to wash and dry the zucchini before you start to shred. If you have leftover zucchini, toss in a baggie and store to make rice.
Turkey Zucchini Meatballs
We love these healthy turkey zucchini meatballs that are so easy to prepare for a healthy meal.
- 1 lb. ground turkey – 85% Lean
- 2 cups shredded zucchini ( about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup oatmeal (regular oatmeal works best)
- 1 mediume egg
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
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Preheat oven to 425 F. Spray a cookie sheet with nonstick spray or line with foil and lightly spay foil.
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Gently mix everything together in a medium bowl with the exception of the BBQ sauce. Let mixture sit in the refrigerator for about 4-5 minutes.
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using a 1/4 inch cup, fill the cup with turkey mixture and then roll into a ball shape using your hands. Lay the meatballs on the cookie sheet in a row – careful not to touch.
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Bake for 20 minutes and then remove from the oven. Brush each turkey meatball with a light coating of BBQ sauce. Place back in the oven and bake or broil for about 2 additional minutes.
Fresh ingredients makes these turkey zucchini meatballs a great choice for an easy and healthy dinner.
Shred a little extra zucchini and gently push into the meatballs before baking.
Lightly glaze the meatballs for a perfect finish. No one will be able to resist your meatballs!
You will also love our turkey oatmeal meatballs!
