Turkey Meatball Marinara with Whole Grain Pasta
Tender, herb-seasoned turkey meatballs simmered in rich marinara sauce and served over hearty whole grain pasta for a lighter, protein-packed dinner.
⏱ 35 minServes 4Italian-American
Ingredients
- •1 lb ground turkey
- •1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- •1 egg
- •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- •24 oz marinara sauce
- •1 tbsp olive oil
- •12 oz whole grain pasta
- •1/2 tsp salt
- •1/4 tsp black pepper
Directions
- 1Combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix gently until just combined.
- 2Roll mixture into 16-20 meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.
- 3Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown meatballs on all sides for 5-7 minutes, working in batches if needed.
- 4Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- 5Meanwhile, cook whole grain pasta according to package directions; drain and divide among serving bowls.
- 6Spoon meatballs and sauce over pasta and serve hot.
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