Herb Roasted Turkey Meatballs (Printable Version)

Juicy turkey balls infused with fresh herbs and roasted to golden perfection for versatile meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Turkey Mixture

01 - 1 lb ground turkey, 93% lean
02 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 2 tbsp milk
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped
08 - 1 tbsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 small onion, finely grated or minced
11 - 1 tsp salt
12 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
13 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano

→ For Roasting

14 - 2 tbsp olive oil

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, panko, Parmesan, egg, milk, parsley, basil, thyme, garlic, grated onion, salt, pepper, and oregano. Mix gently until just combined to ensure tender meatballs.
03 - With damp hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into 1- to 1.5-inch meatballs, about 20 in total, and place evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Lightly drizzle or brush the meatballs with olive oil to promote browning during roasting.
05 - Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F.
06 - Serve immediately with your choice of sauce, over pasta, or alongside a fresh salad.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These meatballs stay juicy and flavorful without any heavy sauces—perfect for sharing a healthy secret with friends
  • They come together fast and freeze beautifully, making weeknight dinners a breeze
02 -
  • Never overmix the turkey mixture or your meatballs will get dense and chewy instead of tender
  • Brushing olive oil half way through roasting helps achieve that perfect golden crust you see in pictures
03 -
  • Use a kitchen thermometer to check for doneness to avoid drying out your meatballs
  • Rest the meatballs a few minutes before serving so juices redistribute making every bite juicy

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