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Cilantro Lime Turkey Meatballs

Cilantro Lime Turkey Meatballs: 5 Steps to Zesty Bliss

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Cilantro Lime Turkey Meatballs are a flavorful and healthy option for dinner or snacks.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced and zested
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until well combined.
  4. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  5. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
  7. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Adjust spices to your taste.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • These meatballs freeze well for later use.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 meatballs
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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