Best 8 Turkey Meatball Grinder Recipes

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Are you craving hearty, satisfying turkey meatballs made with a trusty meat grinder? In this article, we'll guide you through finding the perfect recipe that suits your culinary preferences and dietary needs. Join us on a delicious journey as we explore the realm of flavorful turkey meatballs, where juicy and succulent meet nutrition and convenience, and where the aroma of savory herbs and spices fills your kitchen with tantalizing delight. Whether you're planning a hearty family meal, a cozy dinner with friends, or a creative addition to your weekly meal prep, we've got you covered. Let's dive into the world of turkey meatball grinder recipes and discover your next culinary masterpiece!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY MEATBALL GRINDER



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Provided by Sheila Lukins

Categories     Sandwich     Onion     Tomato     turkey     Kid-Friendly     Lunch     Fall     Winter     Parade     Small Plates

Number Of Ingredients 12

Turkey Meatballs:
2 pounds ground turkey
1 onion, grated
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 egg, lightly beaten (optional)
2 tablespoons olive oil
About 3 cups of your favorite tomato sauce
8 French rolls (each about 5 inches long and 3 inches wide); or 3 Italian breads (about 15 inches long and 3 inches wide), sliced into 3 pieces each, with the insides pulled out

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare the meatballs: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl. Form into 24 meatballs, about 1 1D2 inches in diameter.
  • 2. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat and cook the meatballs in batches, shaking the pan occasionally, for about 10 to 12 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Add more oil if necessary. Remove the meatballs to a paper towel to drain.
  • 3. Warm the tomato sauce over medium heat in another skillet. Add the meatballs and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, spooning sauce over them.
  • 4. To serve, spoon about 1/4 cup of tomato sauce into each roll, coating well; spoon 3 meatballs into each bread. Wrap the sandwiches in foil for the road.

THE BEST TURKEY MEATBALLS



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These juicy meatballs with a tender, light texture are packed with flavorful herbs. The meat mixture is softer than you might expect, thanks to the addition of ricotta, but sacrificing a perfectly round shape is worth it. You'll make these turkey meatballs so often you just might forget about your beef meatball recipe.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 12 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons canola oil
3/4 cup finely ground fresh breadcrumbs (from 3 to 4 slices white bread, crusts removed)
1/2 cup milk
1 pound ground turkey (93/7 ratio)
1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1 clove garlic, grated
1/4 cup packed parsley leaves, finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons chopped)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and drizzle the olive oil and canola oil in an even layer over the paper.
  • Pour the breadcrumbs into a large mixing bowl, pour the milk over top and stir to fully moisten the breadcrumbs. Add the remaining ingredients to the mixing bowl and mix with your hands just until combined.
  • Scoop 1/4-cupfuls of meatball mixture and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet; you should have 12 meatballs. Gently roll them into balls. Bake until bottoms are golden brown, about 15 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F and continue to bake for 15 to 20 minutes more until the meatballs are cooked through.

TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 minced clove of garlic
1 egg, lightly beaten
1-ounce fresh bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra to serve on the side for grating
1 pound ground turkey or chicken
5 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups tomato sauce (recipe above)
1 pound perciatelli pasta
Salt and pepper to taste
Parmesan cheese-to serve on the side for grating

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. In a bowl mix together; green onion, garlic, egg, bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. With a fork stir in ground turkey or chicken and season to taste with salt and pepper. (You can crumble some in a skillet, cook, taste, and then adjust seasoning). Shape mixture into small meatballs. In a large skillet heat olive oil. Add meatballs in a single layer and let them cook for 2 to 3 minutes a side, without disturbing. If they stick, loosen with a slotted spoon. Stir in tomato sauce into the skillet, cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes (while spaghetti is cooking) to reheat sauce and cook meatballs through. Drain pasta and then return to the pot and toss with remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Dish out a portion of pasta on each plate and spoon some meatballs and sauce in center.

TURKEY MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: lean ground turkey, italian breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, olive oil

Provided by Swasti Shukla

Categories     Snacks

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb lean ground turkey
½ cup italian breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400ºF (200ºC).
  • Add the turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and olive oil to a bowl and mix to combine.
  • Form the meat into 15 meatballs approximately 2-inches (5cm) across.
  • Place the meatballs on a parchment paper-lined tray and bake for 15-20 mins in the oven, or until cooked through.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 0 grams

TURKEY MEATBALL SUBS



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Here's an easy and nutritious way to make meatballs without all the mess of frying. Slather them with spaghetti sauce and tuck them in a sub sandwich roll-and you have a hearty lunch in hand that folks of all ages simply gobble up. -Cheryl Maczko Arthurdale, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, thyme and rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (26 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce, divided
1 pound ground turkey
4 to 6 submarine or hoagie buns, split
1/2 to 3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the onion, green pepper, garlic, parsley and seasonings. Stir in 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well., Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a greased broiler pan. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 8 minutes. Turn and broil 3-5 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink., Transfer the meatballs to a large saucepan; add remaining spaghetti sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until heated through. Serve meatballs and sauce on buns. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Turkey Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Poultry

Time 21m

Yield 30 meatballs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean ground turkey
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients and shape into 30 meatballs approximately 1" across.
  • Spray a nonstick pan lightly with veggie oil.
  • Cook the meatballs for 5-6 minutes or until cooked through and nicely browned on the outside You will likely have to repeat the process for a second batch unless you have one big frypan!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.7, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 83.2, Sodium 317.3, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.9, Protein 17.4

MEATBALL GRINDER



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Meatball grinders are perfect for game day. Tender meatballs are simmered in marinara sauce, then loaded into hoagie rolls and topped with mozzarella cheese.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 27

Meatballs:
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 cup dry bread crumbs
½ cup milk
1 pound ground beef
1 pound sweet Italian sausage
1 cup prepared marinara sauce
2 eggs
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup olive oil for frying
1 cup prepared marinara sauce
Filling:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 serrano pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons Marsala wine
salt and ground black pepper to taste
Assembly:
4 Italian-style hoagie buns, split lengthwise
1 cup mascarpone cheese, divided
¼ cup garlic basil spread (see footnote for recipe link)
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup chopped fresh basil, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
  • Combine soft bread crumbs, dry bread crumbs, and milk in a large bowl and allow to soak until the bread crumbs absorb most of the milk, about 10 minutes. Add ground beef, Italian sausage, 1 cup marinara sauce, eggs, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes and mix until thoroughly combined. Form into 16 large meatballs.
  • Heat 1 cup olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook meatballs until browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes.
  • Bring 1 cup marinara sauce to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add cooked meatballs and heat through, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion, red bell pepper, and serrano pepper in the hot oil until onion softens, 5 to 6 minutes. Add Marsala wine, salt, and black pepper; cook until wine has evaporated and onion turns golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Spread each hoagie bun with 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese and 1 tablespoon garlic basil spread. Place four meatballs and a spoonful of marinara sauce on top. Sprinkle each sandwich with 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
  • Place sandwiches onto a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and buns are toasted, about 5 minutes. Top each sandwich with 1/4 of the onion mixture; garnish each sandwich with 2 tablespoons of basil and 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 985.6 calories, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Cholesterol 188.9 mg, Fat 60.6 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 44.7 g, SaturatedFat 24.9 g, Sodium 1789.5 mg, Sugar 13 g

BASIC TURKEY MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



Basic Turkey Meatballs Recipe by Tasty image

Everybody loves meatball night! These classic turkey meatballs pair perfectly with your favorite pasta and sauce, or alongside any of your favorite vegetables. Make a double or triple batch of meatballs and freeze for future meals!

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 14 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb ground turkey
1 large egg, beaten
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
pasta, for serving
Sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened and golden brown, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until aromatic, about 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat and let the onion mixture cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, panko, Parmesan, parsley, salt, pepper, and onion mixture. Use your hands to mix until just combined.
  • Shape the turkey mixture into 1½-inch balls (you should have about 14). Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  • Bake the meatballs until browned and cooked through, 20-25 minutes.
  • Serve with pasta and sauce of your choice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

- When selecting ground turkey, opt for a leaner option with a fat content of 93% or higher. This will help keep the meatballs moist and prevent them from becoming dry. - Use a combination of bread crumbs and panko breadcrumbs for a crispy exterior and a tender interior. - Season the ground turkey generously with a variety of herbs and spices to enhance the flavor. - Gently mix the ingredients together, avoiding overworking the meat, which can result in tough meatballs. - Form the meatballs into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking. - Pan-fry the meatballs over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, bake them in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes. - Serve the turkey meatballs with your favorite sauce, such as marinara, Alfredo, or barbecue sauce. They can also be added to soups, stews, or pasta dishes.

Conclusion:

Turkey meatballs are a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer to pan-fry or bake them, these meatballs are sure to be a hit. With their lean protein content and customizable flavor, turkey meatballs are a healthy and flavorful addition to any meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, give these turkey meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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