Dairy-Free Savory Turkey Meatballs

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Dairy-Free Savory Turkey Meatballs, a wholesome and flavorful alternative to traditional meatball recipes. Crafted with lean ground turkey, aromatic sautéed onion, fresh parsley, and a hint of Dijon mustard, these meatballs are packed with bold, savory goodness. The panko breadcrumbs keep them light and tender, while a touch of paprika and Worcestershire sauce delivers a delightful depth of flavor. Baked to golden perfection, these meatballs are not only dairy-free but also incredibly versatile—serve them with your favorite marinara, atop a fresh salad, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe promises a delicious, healthier take on comfort food staples.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic cloves
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a small skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, sautéed onions and garlic, egg, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 6

Mix everything gently with your hands or a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as it can make the meatballs tough.

Step 7

Using your hands, scoop and form the mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball, placing them onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Brush the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the meatballs to help them brown.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the meatballs to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve these savory turkey meatballs with your favorite sauce, pasta, salad, or as a delicious appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(775.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1230.7

Total Fat 72.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 541.5mg	0%
Sodium 3530.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 99.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 128.7mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 649.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 14.3%