Description
Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs are a delightful fusion of tender ground turkey and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, these meatballs are not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve over pasta, rice, or as an appetizer. Enjoy the comforting flavors that make this dish a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Mix gently until combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté spinach until wilted. Add heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
- Carefully add baked meatballs to the sauce and let them simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve over pasta or rice and garnish with extra Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (180g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg