Description
Delicious and healthy air fryer turkey meatballs, packed with flavor and perfect for family gatherings or quick meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley or basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, onion, egg, and herbs in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- For a saucy option, toss meatballs in marinara sauce for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Serve warm, with spaghetti or as desired.
Notes
Allow meatballs to rest for a few minutes after cooking to maintain juiciness. Serve with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: meatballs, turkey, air fryer, healthy, family recipe