Best 4 Baked Spinach Feta And Turkey Meatballs Recipes

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Baked spinach feta and turkey meatballs are a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The spinach and feta provide a moist and savory interior, while the turkey mince adds a tender and succulent texture. Baking these meatballs not only retains their juiciness but also gives them a crispy exterior that perfectly complements the soft, flavorful filling. These meatballs are a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even as part of a buffet.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED SPINACH, FETA, AND TURKEY MEATBALLS



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These spinach, feta, and turkey meatballs are quick and easy to make, easy to freeze, and taste great when reheated. My son and I call these "Combine Nuggets." Did you know that a combine is a giant tractor that harvests crops from the field? Well, I most certainly didn't until my 3-year-old told me! Therefore, thanks to the hardworking combines we can put the green things in our nuggets.

Provided by WTAmeal

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (6 ounce) container crumbled feta cheese
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Mix together turkey, drained spinach, feta cheese, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Roll into 24 meatballs and place in the prepared muffin tin.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until meatballs are cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

SPINACH TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Our children call these "Gramby Meatballs" because the recipe came from my dear mother-in-law. It's a great way to make spinach palatable. I usually make a triple batch, bake them all and freeze the extras for a quick meal later. -Mimi Blanco, Bronxville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup soft bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated onion
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 pound ground turkey
Hot cooked pasta, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine spinach, egg, bread crumbs, onion and seasoned salt. Add turkey and mix well. Shape into 2-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Drain on paper towels. If desired, serve meatballs with pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 626mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED TURKEY MEATBALLS WITH SPINACH



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This is NOT my recipe... but it's awesome. I made a white sauce to go with it. Delicious! http://homecookingmemories.com/baked-turkey-meatballs-with-spinach-10-ideas-for-meatballs/

Provided by emcglone1979

Categories     Meatballs

Time 40m

Yield 42 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, adjust to your preference)
16 ounces frozen chopped spinach (defrosted, drained, and squeezed to remove excess water)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup chicken broth
2 1/2 lbs lean ground turkey
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare a large baking sheet by spraying with cooking spray. I actually line my baking sheet with foil and then spray with cooking spray.
  • In a frying pan on medium heat, heat olive oil until hot. Then add onion, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Sauté until onion is tender (about 5-6 minutes total time).
  • Add spinach to pan and combine with onion mixture. Add Worcestershire sauce and chicken broth and mix well to combine. Cook until most of the liquid has cooked out (evaporated). I don't have much liquid in my pan after I combine all these, but it will depend on how well you drained your spinach. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, combine the turkey, bread crumbs, and egg. Add cooled onion/spinach mixture to the meat. I do all of this step with my hands, but you can use a spoon if you prefer.
  • With your hands, create meatballs that are about 1 - 1 1/2 inches in diameter and place them on the baking sheet. Leave a little bit of space between each meatball. When you are done shaping your meatballs, you will probably have about 40-42 meatballs from this recipe. Don't need that many? Freeze them after baking or cut this recipe in half (but I say freeze them and then you've done the work only once and have a future meal).
  • Bake until your meatballs are cooked through with an internal temperature of 160 degrees F - which was about 20 minutes for my oven. Remove from oven and serve as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.5, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 27.5, Sodium 110.6, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.4, Protein 6.3

BAKED SPINACH, FETA, AND TURKEY MEATBALLS



Baked Spinach, Feta, and Turkey Meatballs image

These spinach, feta, and turkey meatballs are quick and easy to make, easy to freeze, and taste great when reheated. My son and I call these "Combine Nuggets." Did you know that a combine is a giant tractor that harvests crops from the field? Well, I most certainly didn't until my 3-year-old told me! Therefore, thanks to the hardworking combines we can put the green things in our nuggets.

Provided by WTAmeal

Categories     Ground Turkey

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

cooking spray
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (6 ounce) container crumbled feta cheese
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
  • Mix together turkey, drained spinach, feta cheese, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well combined. Roll into 24 meatballs and place in the prepared muffin tin.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until meatballs are cooked through, 20 to 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked turkey meatballs or ground turkey.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the turkey meatballs and add an extra 1/2 cup of chopped spinach.
  • Feel free to use any type of cheese that you like in place of the feta cheese.
  • If you don't have panko breadcrumbs, you can use regular breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, tzatziki sauce, or ranch dressing.

Conclusion:

These baked spinach feta and turkey meatballs are a delicious and healthy appetizer or main course. They're perfect for a party or a weeknight dinner. The meatballs are moist and flavorful, and the spinach and feta cheese add a pop of color and flavor. You can serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, or simply enjoy them on their own.

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