Lemon Herb Turkey Meatballs with Roasted Vegetables
Cook time: 35 minutes
Flavorful turkey meatballs paired with seasonal roasted vegetables and whole wheat orzo for a balanced, high-protein meal.
NOTES: Meatballs can be frozen raw or cooked for longer storage.
Ingredients
For the meatballs:
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground turkey
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/3 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the vegetables:
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 cups carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
For serving:
- 1 cup whole wheat orzo, uncooked
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients and mix gently until just combined (don’t overmix). Form into 16 meatballs (about 1-1/2 inch diameter each).
- Place meatballs on one prepared baking sheet.
- In another bowl, toss Brussels sprouts, carrots, and parsnips with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Spread on the second baking sheet.
- Place both baking sheets in the oven. Roast vegetables for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway. Roast meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and toss with a drizzle of olive oil.
- For meal prep, divide orzo between 4 containers. Top with 4 meatballs per container and a quarter of the roasted vegetables.
- Include a lemon wedge in each container to squeeze over the dish before eating.
Macros
Total Recipe (1700g):
Field | Amount |
---|---|
Calories | 1980 |
Protein | 128g |
Fat | 72g |
Carbs | 208g |
Fiber | 40g |
Sugar | 32g |
Per 250g Serving:
Field | Amount |
---|---|
Calories | 291 |
Protein | 19g |
Fat | 11g |
Carbs | 31g |
Fiber | 6g |
Sugar | 5g |