Italian Turkey Quinoa Meatballs - FitMen Cook

By sheilaolim

18 meatballs
3 meatballs each for 6 servings.

234 calories, 31g protein, 18g carbs, 4g fat, 2g fiber, 3g sugar

Ingredients

• Seasonings:
• 1.5 lb extra lean ground turkey
• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 1 egg
• 1/3 cup copped green onions (or basil)
• 2 cups low sodium marinara (I used basil flavored)
• 1 tbsp fennel seeds
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

Details

Adapted from fitmencook.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a bowl, mix turkey, quinoa, egg, onions and seasonings.
Form small meatballs and set a large nonstick skillet on medium high heat.
Spray the skillet with coconut oil and sear the meatballs for about 3 minutes.
Reduce the heat to medium and then add marinara.
Cover and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes until the meatballs are completely cooked.