Description
If you’re searching for quick and satisfying meals that fit a low-carb, high-protein lifestyle, look no further! These turkey meatballs are not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor, making them an excellent option for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast. With just 20 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a nutritious meal that aligns perfectly with your fitness goals. Each serving is packed with protein while remaining low in carbohydrates, ensuring you feel full and energized without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz ground turkey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- 2 tbsp shredded zucchini
- 2 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp green pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, garlic, basil, zucchini, mozzarella cheese, pesto, salt, and pepper until well-mixed.
- Shape the mixture into walnut-sized meatballs.
- Heat a small amount of fat in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
- Add the meatballs to the pan and cover with a lid. Cook for 4-5 minutes before flipping them to brown on all sides.
- Serve your meatballs alongside a fresh salad or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg