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Turkey Meatball Marinara Recipe Idea

A rich, hearty vegan turkey meatball marinara featuring plant-based meatballs simmered in a tangy tomato sauce with herbs, garlic, and simple pantry spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegan Meatballs
  • Vegan turkey-style meatballs – 12 pieces
  • Olive oil – 1 tbsp
For the Marinara Sauce
  • Tomato puree – 1 cup
  • Onion – ¼ cup finely chopped
  • Garlic – 1 tsp minced
  • Olive oil – 1 tbsp
  • Italian seasoning – ½ tsp
  • Chili flakes – ¼ tsp
  • Salt – ½ tsp
  • Pepper – ¼ tsp
  • Basil – 1 tbsp chopped
  • Sugar – ½ tsp optional
For Serving
  • Cooked pasta or rice – 1 cup
  • Parsley – 1 tbsp chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan.
  2. Add vegan turkey meatballs and cook for 5–6 minutes, turning occasionally.
  3. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add olive oil, onions, and garlic to the same pan.
  5. Sauté until fragrant.
  6. Add tomato puree, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, chili flakes, and sugar.
  7. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Add cooked vegan meatballs back into the sauce.
  9. Coat well and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
  10. Add basil.
  11. Serve over pasta or rice and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 390
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 22 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 18%
  • Calcium: 12%
  • Vitamin A: 20%
  • Magnesium: 14%
  • Potassium: 16%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Add spinach to the sauce for more greens.
  • Use whole-wheat pasta for more fiber.
  • Add extra chili flakes if you like heat.
  • Top with nutritional yeast for a cheesy kick.