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Turkey Meatballs with Hidden Courgette

Turkey Meatballs with Hidden Courgette
Temp 200°C
Time 8-10 min
Serves 15

Shredded courgette mixed into lean turkey meatballs. The courgette makes them juicier, not veggie-tasting. Serve over spaghetti.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs 93/7 ground turkey
  • 1.5 cups shredded zucchini
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1 Shred the zucchini using a box grater. Place the shredded zucchini onto a clean towel and squeeze out any extra moisture. Discard the liquid.
  2. 2 Add the zucchini, ground turkey, olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper to a large bowl. Mix with your hands or a fork to combine.
  3. 3 Use your hands or a small ice cream scoop to roll the mixture into about 20 even-size meatballs.
  4. 4 Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. Add a parchment paper liner to the air fryer basket and spray with cooking spray. Place half of the meatballs into the basket in an even layer, about 1 inch apart. Cook for 9-11 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Repeat with remaining meatballs.
  5. 5 Serve warm with pasta or topped with zesty tomato sauce.
✓ Picky Eater Safe ❄ Freezer Friendly

Kids can help

Ball rolling

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Recipe from Pinchmegood