🥬 Spinach Garlic Turkey Meatballs

These **Spinach Garlic Turkey Meatballs** are tender, flavorful, and packed with healthy goodness! Made with lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic, they're baked to perfection and perfect over pasta, in a sub, or as a protein-packed appetizer. A family-friendly favorite that’s easy to make and even easier to love.

Ingredients

• Meatballs: 1 lb (450g) ground turkey
• 2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped (or thawed frozen spinach, squeezed dry)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free crumbs)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for baking)
• Serving Ideas: Marinara sauce, pasta, subs, or as a standalone protein

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, spinach, garlic, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with hands or a fork — don’t overmix.
3. Form meatballs: Roll into 1-inch balls (about 20–24) and place on the baking sheet.
4. Bake 18–22 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5. Serve: Toss with warm marinara sauce and serve over pasta, stuff into a hoagie roll, or enjoy as a healthy snack!

Tip: For extra flavor, sauté the spinach and garlic in 1 tbsp olive oil before adding. You can also freeze uncooked meatballs on the tray, then transfer to a bag for later baking!

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