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Italian Turkey Quinoa Meatballs

Ingredients

Ingredients for about 18 meatballs for 6 servings:

  • 1.5lb extra lean ground turkey
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup copped green onions (or basil)
  • 2 cups low sodium marinara (I used basil flavored)
  • Seasonings:
  • 1 tbsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

Steps

Step 1

In a bowl, mix turkey, quinoa, egg, onions and seasonings.

Step 2

Form small meatballs and set a large nonstick skillet on medium high heat.

Step 3

Spray the skillet with coconut oil and sear the meatballs for about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and then add marinara.

Step 5

Cover and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes until the meatballs are completely cooked.