Easy Turkey Meatballs Zucchini (Printable)

Juicy turkey meatballs paired with tender zucchini for a healthy, easy, and flavorful dinner.

# Ingredient List:

→ Meatballs

01 - 1.1 lb ground turkey
02 - 1 large egg
03 - ½ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
04 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - ½ tsp onion powder
09 - ½ tsp salt
10 - ¼ tsp black pepper

→ Zucchini

11 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ½-inch rounds
12 - 1 tbsp olive oil
13 - ½ tsp salt
14 - ¼ tsp black pepper
15 - ½ tsp dried Italian herbs (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
03 - Form mixture into sixteen 1¼-inch meatballs and arrange evenly on one side of the sheet pan.
04 - Toss zucchini slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional Italian herbs. Spread on the opposite side of the sheet pan in a single layer.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning meatballs and zucchini halfway through, until meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F and zucchini is tender with light browning.
06 - Serve immediately, optionally garnished with additional parsley or a squeeze of lemon.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks on one pan, so cleanup is as easy as crumpling parchment paper.
  • The meatballs stay tender and flavorful without any frying or fuss.
  • You can prep the mixture in the morning and bake it whenever hunger strikes.
  • It's light enough to feel healthy but satisfying enough that no one asks where the carbs went.
02 -
  • Don't skip turning the meatballs halfway—it keeps them from flattening on one side and helps them cook evenly.
  • If your zucchini releases too much water, spread it out more or blot it with paper towels before tossing with oil.
  • Let the meatballs rest in the bowl for a minute after mixing so the breadcrumbs can absorb moisture and hold their shape better.
03 -
  • Wet your hands slightly when rolling the meatballs so the mixture doesn't stick to your palms.
  • Use a cookie scoop to portion the meatballs evenly—it saves time and keeps them cooking at the same rate.
  • If you want extra crispy zucchini, broil the pan for the last two minutes, but watch it closely so nothing burns.
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