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Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Paleo, Recipes · June 9, 2017

Turkey Zucchini Meatballs

Turkey zucchini meatballs on a baking tray.

These turkey zucchini meatballs are a great prep-ahead protein. Not only do they come together in minutes, but they’re freezer-friendly too. I like to make a batch of 20 mini meatballs and use four meatballs per meal prep serving. Add them to any salad or bowl recipe for a healthy, clean gluten-free and paleo protein. Here are some of my favorite pairings:

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Turkey zucchini meatballs on a baking tray.

Turkey Zucchini Meatballs

  • Author: Ally
  • Prep Time: 10 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 Minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 20 Mini Meatballs 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Italian
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Description

Easy baked turkey zucchini meatballs; a clean, healthy protein that’s gluten-free and paleo. Perfect for pairing with pesto or marinara sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 medium zucchini, grated (about 2 cups)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup soft herbs (parsley, mint, and/or cilantro), optional
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Line a rimmed baking tray with parchment paper.

  3. In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients and shape into 20 mini meatballs. They might seem a little watery depending on your zucchini – that’s ok. Just form them into balls as best as you can as they will firm up when they cook.

  4. Once the oven is preheated, bake for 15-18 minutes until cooked through.


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