Turkey Pesto Meatballs

5 from 5 votes

Turkey Pesto Meatballs

Turkey Pesto Meatballs are a family favorite and so simple to make. Everyone from toddlers to adults will love this easy weeknight dinner.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Italian

Servings: servings

Calories: 310kcal

Author: Catherine McCord

Equipment

9x11 inch baking dish

Ingredients

1 1/4 pound lean ground turkey
1/4 cup pesto, more pesto recipes (including a nut free one) are linked below
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups marinara sauce (recipe linked here or below in notes)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Place all the ingredients (except for the marinara sauce) in a bowl and using your hands, combine until everything is incorporated.
Using about 1 tablespoon of the mixture per meatball, roll into balls and place on a plate. Try to not pack the meatballs too tight, they can become tough if you do.
Pour the marinara sauce into a 9x11 inch baking dish and top with the meatballs.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.

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Notes

Homemade Pesto Recipes: Classic Basil Pesto, Kale Pesto, Nut Free Pesto,

Homemade Marinara Sauce

To Freeze: Roll into balls and place on a cookie sheet and freeze. After 30 minutes place the par-frozen balls in a ziploc bag, label and freeze. When ready, defrost in fridge for 24 hours or put them straight in the oven with sauce increasing cooking time by 5 minutes.

Nutrition

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