Low Fat IKEA-Style Swedish Meatballs
Recreate the comfort of a classic Swedish favorite with this healthier twist on IKEA-Style Swedish Meatballs! These tender and flavorful meatballs are made with lean ground turkey, a sprinkle of nutmeg, and a velvety low-fat sour cream sauce, making them a guilt-free delight. Perfectly seasoned and pan-seared to golden perfection, they are then simmered in a rich, creamy gravy that's silky smooth yet surprisingly light. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner at home. Serve these low-fat meatballs with boiled potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a hearty scoop of mashed potatoes for a wholesome and satisfying meal everyone will love. Your go-to comfort food just got a healthy upgrade!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground turkey
- 60 grams Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 60 ml Skim milk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0 Olive oil spray
- 240 ml Chicken broth, low sodium
- 60 grams Low-fat sour cream
- 15 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, finely chopped onion, skim milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 2
With moistened hands, form meat mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and set aside.
Step 3
Heat a large pan over medium heat and lightly spray with olive oil spray. In batches, cook the meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per batch. Remove meatballs from the pan and keep warm.
Step 4
In the same pan, add flour and whisk for about 1 minute. Gradually add the chicken broth, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Simmer for about 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5
Reduce heat to low and stir in low-fat sour cream and nutmeg. Ensure the mixture is well combined and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add additional chicken broth, a tablespoon at a time, to reach desired consistency.
Step 6
Return meatballs to the pan and gently toss to coat in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the meatballs are heated through.
Step 7
Serve the meatballs garnished with chopped parsley, if desired. Enjoy with a side of boiled potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1122.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1239.6 |
| Total Fat 52.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 598.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2784.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 81.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.4g | |
| Protein 124.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 81.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 412.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1799.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories