Heart-Healthy Hearty Sausage Meatballs

Indulge in the perfect balance of flavor and wellness with these Heart-Healthy Hearty Sausage Meatballs. Made with lean turkey sausage, fiber-rich oats, and seasoned to perfection with aromatic herbs like oregano, basil, and parsley, this recipe delivers all the savory satisfaction of a classic comfort dish without the guilt. Baked to golden perfection and simmered in a low-sodium marinara sauce, these meatballs are packed with protein and free of unnecessary fats, thanks to the use of egg whites and olive oil spray. Ready in under 45 minutes, they’re ideal for busy weeknights or easy meal prep! Serve them over whole grain pasta or with a crisp green salad for a wholesome, heart-friendly meal the entire family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean turkey sausage
• 50 grams oats
• 2 units egg whites
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 as needed olive oil spray
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 400 milliliters low-sodium marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean turkey sausage, oats, egg whites, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley.

Step 3

Using clean hands, mix the ingredients until everything is evenly distributed.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into approximately 16 golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Lightly spray the meatballs with olive oil spray to help them brown and develop a crust.

Step 6

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown.

Step 7

While the meatballs are baking, heat the low-sodium marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat.

Step 8

Once the meatballs are done, carefully add them to the saucepan, ensuring they are coated with the marinara sauce.

Step 9

Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with the remaining tablespoon of fresh parsley. These meatballs pair wonderfully with whole grain pasta or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1034.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1301.8

Total Fat 51.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g
Cholesterol 352.9mg	0%
Sodium 3733.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 127.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 261.5mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 3183.8mg	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: 35.2%

Protein: 38.7%

Carbs: 26.1%