Ultimate Turkey Ricotta Meatballs

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Tender and juicy turkey meatballs enriched with creamy ricotta cheese for a high-protein, flavorful dinner.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: High Protein Recipes

Cuisine: American

Calories: 285

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey 93% lean
1 cup ricotta cheese whole milk or part-skim
1/2 cup breadcrumbs Italian seasoned
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
2 cloves garlic minced
1 large egg beaten
2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, ricotta cheese, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, beaten egg, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the mixture into 16-20 meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown on the outside and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove from oven and let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes. Serve with marinara sauce over pasta, in a sub sandwich, or with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 32gFat: 12gSodium: 720mgFiber: 1g

Notes

The ricotta keeps these turkey meatballs incredibly moist and tender. For best results, avoid overmixing the meat mixture as this can make the meatballs tough. These meatballs freeze beautifully - store in an airtight container for up to 3 months and reheat in the oven or microwave.

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Why These Turkey Ricotta Meatballs Are My Weeknight Hero

Oh man, I have to tell you – these meatballs saved my sanity on more busy weeknights than I can count. There’s something about that first bite of tender, juicy meatball that just makes everything feel right with the world. And the best part? They’re packed with protein but still feel like a total treat.

I first made these when I was trying to eat a little healthier but didn’t want to give up my beloved meatball subs. The ricotta was my secret weapon – it keeps the turkey from drying out (which, let’s be honest, ground turkey can be prone to do). The first time I took a bite, I actually gasped. My husband looked at me like I was crazy, but then he tried one and understood completely.

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