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Quick Low Calorie Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini — homemade low calorie turkey meatballs with zucchini recipe

Quick Low Calorie Turkey Meatballs with Zucchini

These healthy, juicy turkey meatballs are packed with grated zucchini for extra moisture and nutrients, making them a perfect low-calorie dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey 450g
  • 1 medium zucchini 150g, grated and squeezed dry
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 25g
  • 1 large egg 50g
  • 2 cloves garlic 6g, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano 5g
  • 1/2 tsp salt 3g
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper 1.5g
  • 1 tbsp olive oil 15ml

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Box grater

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, grated zucchini, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into 12 even-sized meatballs.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the meatballs and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius). Serve warm.

Notes

Ensure the grated zucchini is squeezed very dry to prevent the meatballs from becoming too wet and falling apart.