Baked Pesto Spinach Turkey Meatballs
Baked Pesto Spinach Turkey Meatballs are a flavorful and nutritious twist on classic meatballs. Infused with fresh spinach and vibrant pesto, these juicy turkey meatballs are easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. With their golden-brown crust and rich taste, they’ll quickly become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (85% lean)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped spinach, pesto sauce, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
- Let the meatballs rest briefly before serving. Enjoy with pasta or a side salad!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg