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Turkey Meatballs Zucchini recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dish
Joe Rooney

Anti-Inflammatory Turkey Meatballs Zucchini Warm Satisfying Recipe Your Family Will Love

These tender and lemon-bright turkey zucchini meatballs make for an easy dinner that's perfect for a weeknight family meal. Baked to perfection and gluten free, they are both healthy and delicious – a warm satisfying recipe your family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 meatballs
Calories: 71
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb extra lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup zucchini about 1 large zucchini - measured after it has been shredded and drained
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp fresh oregano chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
  • 1 garlic clove crushed or grated
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Notes

  • Protein Swaps – This recipe also works with ground chicken, lamb, or beef. Store the meatballs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for 2 months.