Heart-Healthy Classic Homemade Meatballs
Discover a wholesome twist on a timeless favorite with these Heart-Healthy Classic Homemade Meatballs, perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious and delicious meal. Made with lean ground turkey and boosted with the natural fiber of rolled oats, this recipe swaps traditional breadcrumbs for a lighter, heart-friendly base. Infused with aromatic dried herbs like oregano and basil, and lightly browned in olive oil before being baked to perfection in low-sodium marinara sauce, these meatballs are as flavorful as they are guilt-free. Quick to prepare and ready in just under an hour, they’re a satisfying option for family dinners or meal prepping. Serve them with your favorite whole-grain pasta, zucchini noodles, or a fresh salad for a balanced and flavorful feast that’s as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground turkey
- 50 grams rolled oats
- 60 ml unsweetened almond milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 500 ml marinara sauce (low-sodium)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the rolled oats and almond milk. Let them soak for 5 minutes until softened.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, soaked oats, egg, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, parsley, and black pepper.
Step 4
Mix the ingredients gently by hand until just combined. Do not overmix to avoid tough meatballs.
Step 5
Shape the mixture into 16 equal-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
Step 6
In a large ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 7
Add the meatballs to the skillet, cooking in batches if necessary, and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes total per batch.
Step 8
Once all meatballs are browned, carefully pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs in the skillet.
Step 9
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Step 10
Serve the meatballs hot, spooning some sauce over them and garnishing with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (706.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1109.2 |
| Total Fat 59.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol 543.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 930.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 116.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 63.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 307.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1567.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories