Description
Discover the ultimate easy low carb high protein meal that fits seamlessly into your busy lifestyle! These delicious turkey meatballs are quick to prepare, packed with flavor, and align perfectly with your health and fitness goals. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a satisfying dish in no time. Each serving delivers an impressive protein punch while keeping carbs to a minimum, making them ideal for anyone looking to maintain a healthy diet without sacrificing taste. Whether served alongside fresh salads or cauliflower rice, these meatballs are versatile enough to suit any occasion.
Ingredients
- 8 oz ground turkey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- 2 tbsp shredded zucchini
- 2 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp green pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, garlic, basil, zucchini, mozzarella cheese, pesto, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into walnut-sized meatballs.
- Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and add a small amount of fat. Place the meatballs in the pan in a single layer.
- Cover the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes. Flip the meatballs to brown on all sides until cooked through.
- Serve hot with a side of salad or cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Low Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Experiment with different herbs and spices for varied flavors. For meal prep, double the recipe and store extras in airtight containers for quick meals throughout the week.