Easy Low Carb High Protein Meatballs
If you’re on the hunt for nutritious and delicious Easy Low Carb High Protein Meals, look no further! This recipe features succulent turkey meatballs packed with flavor and crafted to support your weight loss or fitness journey without compromising taste. With ingredients like garlic, fresh herbs, and mozzarella cheese, these meatballs are not only simple to prepare but also versatile enough for meal prep throughout the week. Enjoy them in various ways—over zoodles, alongside a fresh salad, or as a quick snack. Discover how easy it is to indulge in wholesome meals that align with your health goals!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (12 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8oz ground turkey
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- 2 tbsp shredded zucchini
- 2 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp green pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, minced garlic, chopped basil, shredded zucchini, mozzarella cheese, green pesto, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form mixture into walnut-sized meatballs.
- Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Cook meatballs for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with your choice of side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 216
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg