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Turkey Meatballs

Moist Turkey Meatballs with Zesty Dipping Sauces You’ll Love

These moist turkey meatballs are packed with flavor and adaptable, perfect for dinners or appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey (85/15) Substitute with ground chicken or beef if preferred.
  • 0.5 cup Small Onion, Grated Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 0.25 cup Plain Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs or rolled oats work well for gluten-free options.
  • 0.25 cup Rolled Oats, Roughly Chopped Can replace with equal parts breadcrumbs if not gluten-free.
  • 2 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Ensure it’s gluten-free if necessary.
  • 0.75 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust according to your personal preference.
  • 0.25 tsp Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to your personal preference.
For the Dipping Sauces
  • 0.5 cup Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
  • 0.25 cup Mirin Can be substituted with rice vinegar mixed with a bit of sugar.
  • 2 Tbsp Light Brown Sugar Honey can be a suitable alternative.
  • 1 Tbsp Freshly Grated Ginger Ground ginger (1 tsp) can be used instead.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves, Grated Garlic powder (1/2 tsp) can be a quick substitute.
  • 2 tsp Cornstarch You can omit this if you prefer not to use thickening agents.
  • 2 tsp Water
  • 0.25 cup Greek Yogurt Swap for sour cream or a dairy-free alternative if necessary.
  • 1 Zest and Juice of Lemon Lime makes a great alternative if you want a twist.
  • 2 Tbsp Finely Chopped Parsley Feel free to experiment with basil or cilantro for different flavors.
  • 2 Tbsp Dill Feel free to experiment with basil or cilantro for different flavors.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of ground turkey with ½ cup of grated onion, ¼ cup of breadcrumbs, ¼ cup of roughly chopped rolled oats, 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, ¾ teaspoon of kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon of ground black pepper. Use your hands or a spatula to mix until just combined—avoid overmixing, as this will help keep your turkey meatballs tender.
  2. Once mixed, take small portions of the turkey mixture and shape them into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place the formed meatballs evenly spaced on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup. This step should yield around 20-24 meatballs.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Drizzle a light coating of olive oil over the meatballs. Bake the turkey meatballs for 20-25 minutes until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  4. While the turkey meatballs are baking, gather your ingredients for the dipping sauces. In separate bowls, combine the soy-ginger sauce ingredients: ½ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup mirin, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger, and 2 grated garlic cloves. Mix well and set aside.
  5. For the lemon-herb yogurt sauce, blend ¼ cup Greek yogurt with the zest and juice of 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, and 2 tablespoons chopped dill, adjusting seasoning to taste.
  6. Once the turkey meatballs are ready, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve the warm meatballs with the dipping sauces on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Don’t overmix to keep meatballs tender. Use lean meat and adjust sauces to taste.

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