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 excessive calories and a sauce dripping with richness. That's why we've come up with a solution: low-calorie meatballs that still burst with mouthwatering flavor.
Key Takeaways
- Enjoy delicious low-calorie meatballs made with 93% fat-free turkey or chicken.
- Easily prepare them with added ingredients like spinach to keep them moist and flavorful.
- A taste test revealed homemade meatball sandwiches are tastier and lower in calories than Subway's version.
- Try other meatball recipes for variety, including Thai, Buffalo, and Greek-inspired options.
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 93% 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 93% to 99% fat-free turkey or chicken
- To prevent the turkey or chicken from drying out, it's helpful to include spinach, mushrooms, and/or 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.
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!
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Meatball Options for Health-Conscious Eaters
A Few Things We Use
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 Pound Ground Turkey 93% fat-free
- 2 Cups Mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Chop the mushrooms with a knife or use a food processor.
- Mix together Ground Turkey, Mushrooms, Garlic Powder, Oregano, Onion powder, sea salt, and pepper.
- Form into meatballs (about the size of walnuts). Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 20 minutes or until cooked all the way through.
- Serve with marinara sauce. Enjoy!
Please let us know what you think