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12) Turkey-Chicken Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 lb ground chicken
  • 1/3 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan optional
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 medium zucchini spiralized
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup low-sodium marinara sauce
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
  2. In a bowl, mix turkey, chicken, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Parmesan, oregano, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  3. Form into 1–1.5 inch meatballs and place on sheet; bake 15–18 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F.
  4. Meanwhile, warm marinara in a skillet, add zoodles and olive oil; sauté 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Toss baked meatballs into the sauce to coat, then serve over zucchini noodles and top with basil.