Lean Turkey Meatballs

1. 1
   prep

   Preheat the oven and prepare the baking sheet.

   Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and brush lightly with olive oil.

   TIPLining the pan prevents sticking and makes cleanup easy.
2. 2
   mix

   Combine all meatball ingredients.

   1.In a large mixing bowl, add ground turkey, breadcrumbs, parmesan, beaten egg, minced garlic, grated onion, parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

   2.Use clean hands to gently mix everything until just combined — do not overwork the meat.

   TIPOvermixing makes meatballs tough. Stop when ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. 3
   prep

   Shape the meatballs.

   1.Using damp hands, scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture per meatball.

   2.Roll gently into 12 evenly sized balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, spaced apart.

   TIPDamp hands prevent the mixture from sticking while rolling.
4. 4
   bake · ~20 min

   Bake the meatballs until golden and cooked through.

   Bake for 18-20 minutes, turning halfway, until the meatballs are golden brown on the outside and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

   TIPA quick turn at the halfway mark gives even browning on all sides.
5. 5
   rest · ~4 min

   Rest the meatballs briefly before serving.

   Remove from the oven and let the meatballs rest on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes. Serve as desired.

   TIPResting helps the juices redistribute, keeping the meatballs tender.

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