This turkey spinach meatball is healthy, full of unique flavors and uses only a few ingredients. It’s super easy to make on a busy day and can be used alongside zucchini spaghetti to keep it on the healthy side. You can also opt to keep it in the fridge and use it as a quick protein filled snack.
The addition of spinach provides one of the best sources of dietary magnesium. Magnesium is necessary for energy metabolism, maintaining muscle and nerve function, and regular heart rhythm.
The apples not only add great flavor but are becoming associated with brain health. Studies have shown the effects of antioxidants and flavonoids present in apples on reducing brain-cell inflammation and oxidation that occurs naturally in our daily lives.
With these benefits and flavors combined, the turkey spinach meatball is a must try!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey
- 1 whole apples peeled, cored and shredded finely
- 1 ½ cup baby spinach finely chopped
- 1 ½ cup Provolone cheese shredded
- 1 cups fresh breadcrumbs*
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Place all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. It is best to use your hand for this.
- Roll into medium sized balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Place into hot oven, flipping once after 20 minutes, and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until 165 degrees(f) internal temp
