Low Fat Savory Vegetable Meatballs

These Low Fat Savory Vegetable Meatballs are a guilt-free way to enjoy comfort food with a nutritious twist! Made with lean ground turkey, finely chopped vegetables like red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot, and wholesome oats for added texture, these meatballs are packed with flavor and low in calories. Seasoned with garlic, onion, parsley, and a dash of low-sodium soy sauce, they strike the perfect balance of savory and satisfying. Baked to golden perfection in the oven, they’re a lighter alternative to traditional fried meatballs, with no compromise on taste. Perfect as a main dish served over pasta or as a protein-packed appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce, these easy-to-make meatballs are a healthy family-friendly option for lunch or dinner. Ready in just 45 minutes, they’re the ultimate recipe for busy weeknights!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean ground turkey
• 1 medium, finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1 medium, grated zucchini
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 60 grams oats
• 1 large egg
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 small, finely chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 as needed olive oil cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, chopped red bell pepper, grated zucchini, grated carrot, minced garlic, and finely chopped onion.

Step 3

Add the oats, beaten egg, and low-sodium soy sauce to the vegetable and meat mixture, mixing everything thoroughly with your hands or a spatula until well combined.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped parsley, black pepper, and salt to evenly distribute the seasonings throughout the mixture.

Step 5

Lightly spray your hands with olive oil cooking spray to prevent sticking, and form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, placing them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Once all the meatballs are formed, lightly spray the tops with a little more olive oil cooking spray.

Step 7

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are browned on the outside and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Allow the meatballs to cool slightly before serving. Serve them warm with your choice of dipping sauce or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1103.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1189.0

Total Fat 48.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 576.7mg	0%
Sodium 4080.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 22.8g
Protein 122.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 244.5mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 2386.4mg	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: 35.1%

Protein: 39.1%

Carbs: 25.8%