Low Fat Hearty Sausage Meatballs
Savor the robust flavors of comfort food without the guilt with these Low Fat Hearty Sausage Meatballs! Made with lean turkey sausage and enriched with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat breadcrumbs, egg whites, and fresh herbs, these lightened-up meatballs are packed with protein and flavor. Baked to perfection and finished with a splash of low-sodium chicken broth for added moisture, they’re tender, juicy, and irresistibly delicious. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or served over whole wheat pasta for a balanced meal, this recipe is ready in under 45 minutes. Discover a wholesome twist on a classic family favorite with these guilt-free, protein-packed sausage meatballs!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound lean turkey sausage
- 0.5 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 large egg whites
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- None olive oil spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with olive oil spray.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean turkey sausage, whole wheat breadcrumbs, egg whites, chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, dried oregano, and ground black pepper.
Step 3
Mix the ingredients until just combined, being careful not to over-mix, as this can make the meatballs tough.
Step 4
Using your hands, form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5
Lightly spray the tops of the meatballs with olive oil spray to help them brown.
Step 6
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Step 7
After 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully pour the low-sodium chicken broth over the meatballs. This adds moisture and flavor.
Step 8
Return the meatballs to the oven and continue baking for another 10 minutes, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm as an appetizer or over whole wheat pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (815.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1065.3 |
| Total Fat 40.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 320.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3222.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 60.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.4g | |
| Protein 114.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 218.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1865.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories