Name: Healthy Meatballs and Gravy: A Nutritious Twist on Classic Comfort Food
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey; 1/3 cup rolled oats (finely ground); 1 small egg; 1/2 cup onion (finely grated); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional); 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1/2 cup onion (diced); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

Healthy Meatballs and Gravy: A Nutritious Twist on Classic Comfort Food

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Juicy lean turkey meatballs baked to perfection and smothered in a velvety, alcohol-free onion-infused gravy. This healthy, family-friendly recipe pairs well with cauliflower mash or rice for a balanced meal.

Author: Layan
Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 35
Total Time: 55
Yield: 18 meatballs with 3 cups gravy 1x
Category: quick
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 lb lean ground turkey
1/3 cup rolled oats (finely ground)
1 small egg
1/2 cup onion (finely grated)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup onion (diced)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Combine turkey, oats, egg, grated onion, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl
Mix gently until just combined; avoid overworking the meat
Form mixture into 18 golf ball-sized meatballs
Place on parchment-lined baking sheet with space between each
Bake 20-25 minutes until browned and cooked through
While meatballs bake, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat
Sauté diced onion and garlic until softened
Add flour and cook 1-2 minutes
Gradually whisk in vegetable broth until smooth
Bring to simmer, stirring constantly until thickened
Stir in apple cider vinegar and nutmeg
Adjust seasoning as needed
Serve warm gravy over cooked meatballs

Notes

Meatballs can be air-fried at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes
Substitute 1/4 cup crumbled cooked lentils for enhanced protein/iron
Use gluten-free oats for gluten-free adaptation
Gravy keeps in fridge 5-7 days
Bake meatballs on a wire rack for crisper exterior

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 meatball with 1/6 cup gravy
Calories: 245
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 35mg

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