Easy Girl Dinner: Healthy Spaghetti & Turkey Meatballs Recipe

Name: Easy Girl Dinner: Healthy Spaghetti & Turkey Meatballs Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 500 grams Ground Turkey (lean); 1 large Egg; 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (or almond flour for anti-inflammatory option); 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1/4 cup Onion (finely chopped); 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped); 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 680 grams Marinara Sauce (approximately 24 oz jar); 340 grams Spaghetti (whole wheat recommended for anti-inflammatory diet); 4 liters Water (for cooking pasta); 1 tablespoon Salt (for pasta water)

Learn how to make a delicious and healthy 'Girl Dinner' featuring perfectly cooked spaghetti and anti-inflammatory turkey meatballs. This easy recipe is quick to prepare and ideal for a satisfying weeknight meal.

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Mixing the meatball ingredients

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

40m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

520

Calories

38g

Protein

55g

Carbs

18g

Fat

Turkey meatballs browning in a pan

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Spaghetti cooking in boiling water

Instructions

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In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
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In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
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Do not overmix to keep meatballs tender.
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Form the mixture into 12-15 small meatballs. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes.
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Form the mixture into 12-15 small meatballs. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes.
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Ensure even browning for a good crust.

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Reduce heat to medium-low, add marinara sauce to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through.
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Reduce heat to medium-low, add marinara sauce to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through.
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Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain spaghetti, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
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Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain spaghetti, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
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The starchy pasta water helps thicken the sauce.
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Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with the meatballs and sauce. Toss to combine, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh parsley or Parmesan if desired.
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Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with the meatballs and sauce. Toss to combine, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh parsley or Parmesan if desired.
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Fresh herbs elevate the flavor.