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Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles Recipe

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Delicious and healthy turkey meatballs served over tender zucchini noodles, a low-carb alternative to traditional pasta dishes. These juicy meatballs are packed with flavor from garlic, oregano, and Parmesan cheese, simmered in marinara sauce and perfect for a nutritious weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Zucchini Noodles & Sauce

  • 3 medium zucchini
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, divided

Instructions

  1. Prepare the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Form the meatballs: Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, aiming to make about 12 to 15 evenly sized portions for uniform cooking.
  3. Cook the meatballs: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook them for 8 to 10 minutes, turning regularly to brown all sides and ensure they are cooked through.
  4. Spiralize the zucchini: While the meatballs cook, spiralize the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer. If unavailable, peel the zucchini into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler as a substitute.
  5. Sauté zucchini noodles: Remove cooked meatballs from the skillet and set aside. In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the zucchini noodles for 2 to 3 minutes, just until tender but still retaining some firmness.
  6. Add marinara sauce: Pour the marinara sauce into the pan with the zucchini noodles and heat through, melding the flavors and warming the sauce adequately.
  7. Combine meatballs and sauce: Return the meatballs to the pan, stirring gently to coat them evenly in the marinara sauce alongside the zucchini noodles.
  8. Serve: Plate the zucchini noodles topped with the saucy turkey meatballs. Optionally, sprinkle additional grated Parmesan over the dish for extra flavor and garnish.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • For gluten-free option, replace breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • If you prefer a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mix or marinara sauce.
  • Cook zucchini noodles just until tender to avoid sogginess.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: turkey meatballs, zucchini noodles, low carb dinner, healthy meatballs, low carb pasta alternative, keto friendly

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