Meal Prep

Lean Turkey Meatballs with Whole Wheat Pasta

Name: Lean Turkey Meatballs with Whole Wheat Pasta
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 13 servings
Cuisine: Meal Prep
Ingredients: 1 lb Ground turkey (93/7); 1/2 cup Whole wheat breadcrumbs; 1 Egg, beaten; 8 oz Whole wheat spaghetti or penne; 2 cups Low-sugar marinara sauce

A comforting yet healthy Italian classic made with lean ground turkey and whole grain pasta.

35 minutes

Serves 13

Dinner

Contains common allergens

Egg Wheat

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Instructions

6 steps

1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.

2
In a large bowl, gently mix the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, and a pinch of salt and Italian seasoning. Do not overmix to prevent tough meatballs.
3
Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (yields about 12-14) and space them evenly on the baking sheet.
4
Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes, or until fully cooked and an instant-read thermometer registers 165°F (74°C) in the center.
5
While the meatballs bake, cook the whole wheat pasta in the boiling water according to package directions (al dente). Drain and return to the pot.
6
Gently warm the marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Combine the pasta, baked meatballs, and marinara, then portion into 4 meal prep containers.

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