Turkey Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1/2 small yellow onion, diced small
• 2 each garlic cloves, minced
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1/3 cup bread crumbs, whole wheat
• 2 tsp tomato paste
• 1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp basil, dried, leaves
• 1 lb. turkey, ground
• 2 tsp olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat an oven to 350 °F
2. Mix all the ingredients, except for the olive oil
3. Roll all the mixture into 1-1.5” balls
4. Place a large-skillet over med-high heat and add olive oil. Once heated, add meatballs one at a time and cook until golden brown on each side. Once seared, place on a baking sheet.
5. Place the pan in the oven for 10-15 minutes until fully cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to check for internal temp. of 165° F
6. Enjoy with your favorite veggies and pasta sauce for a complete meal. Zucchini noodles are a great option.