Greek Turkey Meatballs with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with these Greek Turkey Meatballs paired with a vibrant Roasted Red Pepper Sauce. This dish effortlessly combines the lean goodness of turkey with aromatic herbs and spices, creating succulent meatballs that are both nourishing and satisfying. The roasted red pepper sauce adds a delightful sweetness and depth, making every bite a culinary adventure. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your family while keeping meal prep simple and fun. Enjoy these hearty meatballs over cauliflower rice or vegetable noodles for a healthy twist on classic comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 6 red bell peppers
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup + 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp salt + more to taste
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos or soy sauce
- 3 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped mint
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Halve red bell peppers, remove seeds, and brush with olive oil.
- Roast peppers for about 20 minutes until soft and slightly browned. Allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, egg, almond flour, salt, diced onion, coconut aminos, parsley, and mint until just combined.
- Form into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and bake meatballs for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a blender, combine roasted peppers with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, sea salt, and garlic; blend until smooth.
- Serve warm meatballs drizzled with sauce over cauliflower rice or vegetable noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg