The Perfect Turkey Meatballs (W30, Keto, Paleo)
Published Sep 03, 2019 Updated Jul 11, 2023
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Meatballs are always a good idea….wouldn’t you agree? These Keto Turkey Meatballs are so easy to whip up and are perfect for weekly meal prep or a quick dinner. Not only are these Keto, but they are also Whole30, Paleo and gluten free.
Being able to serve my kiddos and husband a healthy meal that tastes as good as the real thing makes my heart so happy. My 5 year old loves taking these turkey meatballs in her lunch box and I love snacking on them in-between meals. Not to mention, these are perfect for social gatherings, tailgating and Sunday Night Football!
Using ground turkey instead of beef makes these meatballs super lean and the seasoning gives them a ton of flavor. They are also great on salads, over zoodles with marinara or even served with a side of scrambled eggs for breakfast.
How long will these Turkey Meatballs last in the fridge?
If stored in an airtight container, these meatballs will last up to a week. They also freeze great. I will store in a freezer proof container and they will last up to 3 months. Simply thaw, heat up and serve.
What else can you serve with these Turkey Meatballs for a complete meal for kids and adults?
These meatballs are great to eat all by themselves just as a snack, but they also serve a great meal. I love serving mine over a salad for a quick lunch or even on top of spaghetti squash with marinara sauce. Another unique way to use these as a meal is to stuff a few inside a sweet potato and cover with ranch.
In conclusion, these meatballs are really perfect anytime, anywhere. Additionally, if you are looking for something other than ketchup to dip these meatballs in, be sure to check out my 4 Majestic Sauces. All of the sauces pair great with the meatballs, however, my Mac’s Awesome Sauce is my favorite.
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Turkey Meatballs
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey
- 3 tbsp tomato sauce
- 1/3 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper or more to taste
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large egg
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1-2 cloves finely chopped garlic
- 1 tsp coconut aminos
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the ground turkey, almond flour, salt, garlic, onion powder, oregano, pepper, and parsley. Stir well to combine.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg, then add it along with the coconut aminos, onions and tomato sauce to the meat mixture. Mix together with hands until evenly combined.
- Using a spoon, scoop the meat and shape into 1 1/2-inch meatballs (size of a golf balls).
- Transfer and arrange on the prepared baking sheet. You should have about 18-20 meatballs total.
- Brush the tops of the meatballs with the olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatballs read 165 F on a meat thermometer.
- Serve as an appetizer or add a veggie and turn this into a complete meal. I love adding this on top of salads for a great meal-prep lunch option.
Notes
- Store in a glass container in the fridge for up to one week.
- You can also cook these in the air fryer in a single layer on 400F for 12-13 minutes. Flip halfway through cooking.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This recipe is so easy, flavorful and a family favorite!
Delicious! I made some adjustments for what I had and they were fantastic. Made almond flour in my vitamix using smokehouse almonds from blue Diamond and a can of tomato sauce with oregano, garlic, and basil. Simple, holds together well, and definitely a new favorite. We served them over zoodles with some extra tomato sauce.
Wow. That sounds amazing. Thank you
So easy to make and full of flavor! Paired the meatballs with hearts of palm pasta & marinara!
Omg! I’m usually pretty terrible at cooking but these came out SO good! I just served it over some brown rice and it was delish 😋
Thrilled to hear Alyssa. Thank you for the kind words of support.
Thank you for sharing. Just made these. They are my new favorite! Recipe is definitely a keeper.
So happy to hear. Thank you
Can I make these a few ahead before I cook them ?
Thanks in advance !
Lisa
Hi Lisa……..I find it easier to make a large amount to then freeze. Thank you!!