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Baked Turkey Meatballs Dinner Recipe

A delicious vegan turkey-style meatball dinner made with plant-based mince, herbs, and spices, baked to perfection for a comforting, protein-rich meal.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Vegan “Turkey” Meatballs
  • Plant-based turkey-style mince – 250 g
  • Onion – 2 tbsp finely chopped
  • Garlic – 1 tsp minced
  • Parsley – 1 tbsp chopped
  • Breadcrumbs – 3 tbsp
  • Olive oil – 1 tbsp
  • Salt – ¼ tsp
  • Pepper – ¼ tsp
  • Paprika – ½ tsp
  • Soy sauce – 1 tsp
For Serving
  • Cooked pasta or rice – 1 cup
  • Tomato sauce – ½ cup
  • Fresh herbs – 1 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. Add plant-based mince, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, paprika, soy sauce, salt, and pepper to a bowl.
  3. Mix until everything combines smoothly.
  4. Shape into small meatballs.
  5. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
  6. Brush lightly with olive oil.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  8. Heat tomato sauce in a pan.
  9. Add meatballs and coat them evenly.
  10. Serve with pasta or rice and garnish with herbs.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 380
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 23 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 18%
  • Vitamin B6: 9%
  • Magnesium: 12%
  • Potassium: 10%
  • Calcium: 8%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Add chili flakes if you need extra attitude.
  • Use gluten-free crumbs for a lighter feel.
  • Air fry the meatballs for extra crispiness.
  • Add basil to make it taste fancy without trying.