Turkey Meatballs and Zoodles

This recipe is intended for patients who have successfully completed the Semi-Solid phase and are in the Soft Foods phase.

INGREDIENTS

• 1-pound ground turkey*
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg, whisked
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic salt
• 1/4 cup reduced fat grated parmesan cheese

*ground beef can be used in place of ground turkey (85% lean or higher)

Zoodles*

• 2 medium size zucchinis
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

*You can make your own zoodles or purchase them already prepared in the produce aisle or frozen aisle of the grocery store

 

DIRECTIONS

Meatballs

• Preheat oven to 400°F
• Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper (for easy cleanup!)
• In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, salt, pepper, garlic salt and parmesan cheese
• Mix ingredients together then form into balls approximately 1.5-2 Tbsp in size
• Place meatballs on parchment paper spaced evenly and bake for approximately 20-25 minutes. Meatballs should reach an internal temperature of 165°F before serving

Zoodles

• Cut zucchini in half and using a spiralizer, twist zucchini through to create zoodles that mimic spaghetti noodles.
• Toss zoodles with salt and pepper
• Sautee noodles in a non-stick pan over medium heat to soften, approximately 3 minutes

Serve turkey meatballs and zoodles alone or tossed with your favorite marinara sauce! (makes about 5 servings)

 

Nutrition Facts

• Protein 24g
• Total Carbs 13g
• Sugar 3g
• Total Fat 10g