Healthy Broccoli Cheddar Turkey Meatball Poppers

Incredibly easy and delicious healthy broccoli cheddar turkey meatball poppers with caesar or ranch dressing. Ready in 20 minutes, this flavorful turkey meatball recipe is protein packed, gluten free, and made in the oven or air fryer.

5 from 9 votes

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 20

Serving meatballs

Ingredients

1 lb of lean ground turkey, 93% or 99%
1 egg
⅓ cup panko bread crumbs, gluten-free or regular
1 cup riced broccoli, fresh
⅓ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tsp salt, more to taste
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
Caesar or ranch dressing

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 350 F. Line and grease a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients.
With your hands or a meatball scooper, form 20 - 25 golf ball-sized meatballs.
To Bake: Evenly space them across the greased baking sheet. Bake for 16 - 18 minutes, until browned and cooked through. For extra crispness and color: broil at 500 F for an additional 2 - 3 minutes.
To Air Fry: Spray basket with avocado spray and evenly space out half the meatballs (they should NOT touch). Air fry at 350 F for 8 - 10 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with the second batch.
Serve as an appetizer or for dinner with your favorite ranch dressing or caesar dressing. Enjoy!

Notes

Riced Broccoli: Rice your own broccoli with a knife or food processor. See instructions above.

Cheese: Can substitute sharp cheddar with another shredded cheese.

Garlic Powder: Can substitute garlic powder with 1 - 2 minced garlic clove.

Store: In an airtight container in the fridge for 4 - 6 days.

Nutrition

Course Appetizer, Lunch & Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Healthy

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