Introduction
Looking for a hearty and healthy meal? Look no further than this recipe for turkey meatballs with mashed potatoes. This dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a weekend family meal. The turkey meatballs are packed with protein and flavor, while the mashed potatoes provide a creamy and comforting base. Plus, this recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Let’s get started!
Ingredients
For the turkey meatballs, you will need: – 1 pound ground turkey – 1/2 cup breadcrumbs – 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese – 1 egg – 2 cloves garlic, minced – 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano – 1/2 teaspoon dried basil – Salt and pepper, to taste – 2 tablespoons olive oil For the mashed potatoes, you will need: – 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and diced – 1/4 cup milk – 2 tablespoons butter – Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands until all ingredients are evenly distributed. 3. Form the turkey mixture into 1-inch meatballs. You should get around 20 meatballs. 4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until browned. You may need to do this in batches. 5. Transfer the meatballs to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through. 6. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the mashed potatoes. Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes. 7. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the milk and butter, and mash with a potato masher or fork until smooth. 8. Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste. 9. Serve the turkey meatballs over the mashed potatoes and enjoy!
Nutrition
This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately: – Calories: 494 – Fat: 23g – Carbohydrates: 38g – Fiber: 4g – Protein: 35g This recipe is high in protein and provides a good source of carbohydrates and fiber. The mashed potatoes add some healthy complex carbs to the dish, while the turkey meatballs provide a lean source of protein. If you want to make this recipe even healthier, you can swap out the white potatoes for sweet potatoes or cauliflower mash. Enjoy!
