Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Pan
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb Ground turkey the star protein
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs can use gluten-free
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese adds richness
- 1 large Egg binding agent
- 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
- 1 tbl Italian seasoning herb blend
- 1 tsp Salt to enhance flavors
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper for a gentle kick
For the Zoodles and Sauce
- 4 cups Zucchini noodles low-carb alternative
- 2 cups Marinara sauce jarred or homemade
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Mix all meatball ingredients together in a large bowl until evenly blended.
- Form the meat mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20 minutes or until they reach 165°F internal temperature.
- Heat the marinara sauce in a pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the zucchini noodles to the warm marinara sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until they are tender.
- Serve the zoodles on plates, topped with meatballs and a sprinkle of fresh basil.
Notes
To enhance richness, consider adding a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 15mg
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