Turkey & Spinach Meatballs with Marinara

Ingredients

• 500 g ground turkey (93% lean)
• 1 cup baby spinach, finely chopped
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp grated parmesan
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs or almond flour
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• to taste salt and pepper
• 2 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine turkey, spinach, egg, parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic, and seasoning. Mix gently — don't overwork it.
3. Roll into 16-18 meatballs and place on the tray.
4. Bake for 18-20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
5. Warm the marinara sauce in a pan, add the baked meatballs, and simmer for 5 minutes before serving.

Original recipe

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