Healthy EatingDinnerGluten FreeHigh ProteinKetoQuick Recipes
Lean Turkey Meatballs with Fresh Zucchini Noodles
25 mins
Easy
This dish brings lightness to the dinner table without sacrificing satisfaction. It is a clean, vibrant meal that pairs tender turkey with crisp, garden-fresh zucchini ribbons.
A high-protein, low-carb dinner featuring lean ground turkey meatballs seasoned with fresh herbs, served over a bed of lightly sautéed zucchini noodles in a bright tomato-basil sauce.
To keep your zucchini noodles from getting watery, salt them lightly and let them sit in a colander for 10 minutes before cooking. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to ensure the sauce clings perfectly.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 |
| Protein | 35g |
| Fat | 12g |
| Carbs | 18g |
Yes, the meatballs store perfectly in the fridge for up to three days. Keep the sauce and zucchini separate until you are ready to eat.
Use a vegetable peeler to create long, flat ribbons. They cook quickly and hold sauce beautifully.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free by using almond flour as a binder instead of breadcrumbs.
Stewart Lucas is the founder of NutriGuide. With over a decade of clinical experience in nutrition, hormone balance, and dietetic consulting, Stewart simplifies home cooking with science-backed diet plans, healthy ingredient hacks, and easy culinary techniques.
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