Salsa turkey meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course that is perfect for any occasion. Made with lean turkey, savory salsa, and a blend of herbs and spices, these meatballs are packed with flavor and are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or over a bed of pasta or rice for a complete meal.
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SOUTHWESTERN MINI TURKEY MEATBALLS
Bite-sized meatballs served with a spicy, creamy salsa dip. Makes enough for a party!
Provided by Dannon Oikos
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Dannon Oikos®
Time 45m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a bowl Mix together yogurt, salsa, cumin and chipotle chili powder. Set 1 1/2 cups aside in the refrigerator.
- In another bowl mix together turkey, crushed chips, egg, remaining seasoned yogurt, cilantro, corn, black beans. Using a small scoop spoon, make tablespoon sized balls, and place on a lightly greased shallow baking sheet and bake in a preheated 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Serve meat balls on shredded lettuce with reserved sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 36.9 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 102.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
SALSA TURKEY MEATBALLS
This meatball dinner has a sassy salsa twist! Get dinner on the table faster by using 20 Freezer-Friendly Turkey Meatballs-simply fast-forward to step three and follow the recipe as written!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F. Mix all ingredients except salsa and green onions. Shape mixture into twenty 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
- Place in ungreased rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until thermometer inserted in center of meatballs reads 165°F.
- In 2-quart saucepan, place salsa and meatballs. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until salsa and meatballs are hot. Sprinkle with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1000 mg
SALSA TURKEY MEATBALLS
Salsa and ground turkey makes this new twist on the traditional meatball both healthy and tasty. And, kids will have fun helping prepare this delicious dish.
Provided by Old El Paso
Categories Appetizers
Time 55m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400°F (200°C). Mix all ingredients except salsa and green onions. Shape mixture into twenty 1 1/2 -inch (3.5 cm) meatballs.
- Place in ungreased 9x13-inch (22x33 cm) rectangular baking pan. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until thermometer inserted in center of meatballs reads 165°F (70°C).
- In 2-quart (2 L) saucepan, place salsa and meatballs. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until salsa and meatballs are hot. Sprinkle with green onion.
TURKEY SAUSAGE MEATBALLS
I use these turkey sausage meatballs with my homemade spaghetti sauce instead of beef meatballs. The addition of Cabernet Sauvignon and freshly grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses makes it something wonderful.
Provided by Diana Zerko
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a sheet pan with cooking spray.
- Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, parsley, basil, oregano, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl; mix until herbs are evenly distributed. Combine minced onion, Cabernet Sauvignon, eggs, and garlic in a second bowl; mix until well combined.
- Mix together ground turkey and ground sausage in a third, large bowl. Add cheese mixture and onion mixture and mix until all ingredients are well combined. Form mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared sheet pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
- Place spaghetti sauce in a large saucepan and stir in meatballs until coated. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until warmed through, 5 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 135.3 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1185.1 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
TIA'S TURKEY MEATBALLS
Served over zoodles, these meatballs are savory and deliciously non-dairy. They pair perfectly with Tia's Roasted Marinara Sauce.
Provided by Tia Mowry
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Drizzle olive oil over a rimmed baking sheet.
- Combine milk and oats in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until milk is very hot, but not boiling. Reduce heat and simmer until mixture is the consistency of oatmeal, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Combine turkey, egg, Parmesan cheese substitute, parsley, garlic powder, nutmeg, and pepper in a large bowl. Add cooled oatmeal mixture. Stir with a sturdy spoon or spatula until well combined. Form into 28 meatballs and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven, turning halfway, until cooked through and evenly browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 18.6 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 76.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
ASIAN TURKEY MEATBALLS
These Asian turkey meatballs are so good for an appetizer. People love them!
Provided by Reesa's Fab Kitchen online
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Turkey
Time 40m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine turkey, cilantro, bread crumbs, egg, scallions, vegetable oil, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a large bowl. Gently mix with your hands until combined. Roll tablespoon-sized scoops between your palms to form meatballs. Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until well browned, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the dipping sauce. Smash ginger with the heavy side of a knife and place in a small pot. Add brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar. Stir over medium-low until sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes. Simmer, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Fish out ginger and divide sauce among small cups.
- Serve meatballs alongside sauce, with toothpicks for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 342.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
MEXICAN TURKEY MEATBALLS WITH CREAMY SALSA
Make and share this Mexican Turkey Meatballs With Creamy Salsa recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Poultry
Time 40m
Yield 36 meatballs
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In medium bowl combine turkey, egg, garlic, onion, breadcrumbs, chili powder and cumin.
- Shape into approximately 36, ¾-inch balls.
- Place tortilla chips in self-sealing plastic bag.
- Add meatballs to bag and toss gently to coat meatballs thoroughly.
- Lightly coat 15×10×1-inch baking pan with nonstick spray and arrange meatballs.
- Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink in center.
- In small bowl combine sour cream and salsa.
- Use as dip for meatballs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 30.7, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 16.3, Sodium 45.5, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.6, Protein 2.8
MEATBALLS IN SALSA
This recipe is here through the courtesy of the great Mildred "Mama Dip" Council. If you didn't yet know about this great Southern treasure, read up on her life story and buy her cookbook. You will not regret it!
Provided by Mercy
Categories Pork
Time 1h20m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the salsa with the tomato sauce in a saucepan and start warming together over low heat.
- Mix the remaining ingredients together with your hands until thoroughly combined.
- Form the mixture into 20 1-inch balls.
- Bake the meatballs on a cookie sheet or baking pan at 350°F for 25 minutes.
- Transfer the meatballs to a casserole, pour the heated sauce over the top and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Turn the oven off, leaving the dish inside, and let it set in the cooling oven for 20 to 25 minutes until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.6, Fat 24.4, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 145.8, Sodium 917.1, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.9, Protein 32.4
SAUCY TURKEY MEATBALLS
It's easy to turn lean ground turkey into these moist, tender meatballs. Ideal for informal gatherings of family and friends, the appetizers feature a tangy sauce that my guests find delicious.-Janell Fugitt, Cimarron, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 50m
Yield 15 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine the sauce ingredients; pour over meatballs. Bake 30-35 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 695mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) before starting. This ensures that the meatballs cook evenly.
- Use ground turkey that is at least 93% lean. This will help to keep the meatballs moist and juicy.
- Add a variety of herbs and spices to the meatball mixture for flavor. Some good options include garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, basil, and cumin.
- Use a food processor to grind the salsa. This will help to create a smooth sauce that will coat the meatballs evenly.
- Roll the meatballs into small, uniform sizes. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Place the meatballs in a single layer in a baking dish. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from sticking together.
- Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite dipping sauce. Some good options include salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Conclusion:
Salsa turkey meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their simple ingredients and bold flavors, these meatballs are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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