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The Secret for Making Flavor-Packed Low-Calorie Meatballs

Published: Jan 6, 2020 · Modified: Jul 19, 2024 by Belly Laugh Living · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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Who doesn't love a good meatball? Well, except for vegetarians. Whether it's a party or game day, you can usually find me hovering around the meatball tray. However, indulging in these savory treats often means consuming an excessive amount of calories and a sauce that's dripping with richness. That's why we've come up with a solution: low-calorie meatballs that are still bursting with mouth-watering flavor.

Yes Please!!!

The best thing about these bite-sized treats is how easy they are to prepare and how delicious they taste. We always make extra so we can freeze them for unexpected guests or for a quick and effortless appetizer.

Did you know that you can easily get 99% Fat-Free ground turkey or chicken at the grocery store? However, if you prefer, you can also buy a boneless, skinless chicken breast and grind it at home. Using a Kitchen Aid stand mixer with the food grinder attachment makes the process super easy and delicious.

We also love making homemade turkey meatballs with Spaghetti and a Sandwich.

TIPS/Hacks:

Key fat-cutting, flavor-boosting tips for these recipes:🍗 

  • Use 99% fat-free turkey or chicken
  • To prevent the Turkey/chicken from becoming dry, it's helpful to include spinach, mushrooms, and celery in the recipe as they help keep the turkey or chicken nice and juicy.
  • Adding a bit of cheese to enhances their flavor. Pre-measure the cheese.
  • Breadcrumbs are not necessary, as they only add extra calories.
  • Spices like garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, and peppers add tons of flavor without the need for added fat. 😀

Review!

Amy and I decided to conduct a taste test between Subway's meatball sandwich and our homemade version. The dogs and I headed to our local Subway and ordered the sandwich.  While I was gone, Amy got to work in the kitchen, making our own version of the sandwich. By the time we returned home, the sandwich was ready and waiting for us. 

After careful examination, we came to the conclusion that Amy's sandwich boasted a tastier and more complex flavor profile, while also containing fewer calories than its Subway counterpart. Also, we were completely aware of all the ingredients used in our meatball creation.

Overall, it was a fun and flavorful experiment that we both thoroughly enjoyed.

Turkey Meatball Sandwich

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  • Greek-inspired Meatballs - Juicy turkey with spinach and feta cheese.
  • Homemade Meatball Sandwich - Everything you love about a restaurant sandwich at home

Meatball Recipes:

Here are a few of our meatball recipes and examples of how we used them in spaghetti, pizza, and sandwiches. I hope you enjoy these recipes!

Easy Homemade Meatball Sandwich Bliss
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Low-Calorie Snacks - Enjoy Meatballs Without the Guilt
Healthy snacking made easy and delicious! Find low-calorie options like juicy Italian turkey meatballs to spice up your parties.
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Tantalizing Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs: a Fun Weeknight Dinner
Looking for a unique way to still get that burger taste without the calories? Try our Bacon Cheeseburger Meatballs recipe - made with Ground turkey this recipe is full of flavor and spice!
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Juicy Turkey Feta Meatballs Without Any Added Fat
No more frozen meatballs! Discover a simple & delicious way to make turkey feta meatballs - with just a few ingredients!
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Turkey Mushroom Meatballs

Lean turkey meatballs are juicy and flavorful, with no breadcrumbs added—a healthier option for meatball lovers.
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Meatball
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 20 Meatballs
Calories: 42kcal
Author: Belly Laugh Living

A Few Things We Use

Shape+Store Meatball Master
French Bull Appetizer Plates
Cocktail Picks for Serving

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 Pound Ground Turkey 99% fat-free
  • 2 Cups Mushrooms
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Chop mushrooms with a knife or use a food processor.
  • Mix together Ground Turkey, Mushrooms, Garlic Powder, Oregano, Onion powder, and sea salt.
  • Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes or until cooked all the way through.
  • Serve with marinara sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

If freezing, let the meatballs cool to room temp. Then put the meatballs into a freezer bag and place them in the freezer

Nutrition

Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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