Turkey Meatballs in Marinara Sauce

Dinner

Turkey Meatballs in Marinara Sauce

360kcal
34gprotein
20 minprep
25 mincook
4servings
Medium

Light and tender turkey meatballs simmered in a rich homemade marinara. Serve with wholemeal spaghetti or courgetti for a slimming-friendly Italian classic.

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Ingredients

  • 500g lean turkey mince
  • 1 egg
  • 30g breadcrumbs
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Fresh basil
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. 1

    Mix turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, half the garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Form into 20 meatballs.

  2. 2

    Brown meatballs in oil 5 min. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Soften onion and remaining garlic 3 min. Add tomatoes and sugar. Simmer 10 min.

  4. 4

    Add meatballs to sauce, simmer 15 min.

  5. 5

    Scatter basil and serve.

Tip: Turkey mince has around 7g of fat per 100g compared to 20g in regular beef mince, making it ideal for lighter meatballs.

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