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<\/p>\nThese whole30 turkey meatballs are what you need next Sunday afternoon! This healthy recipe is packed with nutrients and protein to fuel you up for the rest of the day and the best part is: it only takes under 30 minutes to prepare this dish! Meal prep can’t be easier than that! This recipe is also entirely gluten-free (thanks to almond flour and zucchini noodles), flourless, paleo and dairy-free.<\/p>\n
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So, yeah! This Sunday afternoon was also pretty busy out here. We made protein cookies, some muffins for the kids and prepared a dozen hard-boiled eggs, as its the only thing the kiddos will eat for breakfast. Its been like that for a couple weeks…<\/p>\n
Ain’t that convenient, though! Unless they change their mind and decide hard boiled eggs are boring tomorrow, who knows. (Kids right… \ud83d\ude06!)<\/p>\n
Aaaand I also prepared and shot this beauty of a recipe right here! Last week’s Egg Roll in a Bowl<\/a> recipe was pretty awesome, but this recipe here, wow. So good!<\/p>\n Like I said in the intro, this dish has all it takes to qualify as the perfect meal prepping recipe. Quick, easy and soooo\u00a0delicious.<\/p>\n The kids devoured their plate like they hadn’t been fed for DAYS, and asked for more!<\/p>\n Kid-friendly, healthy recipe ready under 30 minutes? Score!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I mean, look at those colors! You know you want to dive in… Well, I know I do!<\/p>\n 1. Preheat your oven to 400F.<\/p>\n 2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/p>\n 3. Mix all of the meatball ingredients in a large bowl until well combined, using your hands. (Messy I know, but it’s the best way)<\/p>\n 4. Roll the meat into 1-inch balls using your hands and place the meatballs on the baking sheet, leaving about an inch of space between each of them.<\/p>\n 5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted in the center of one of the meatballs indicates 165 degrees. Some people will flip the meatballs at the 10-minute mark. I did not and they came out perfect.<\/p>\n 6. Meanwhile, spiralize the zucchinis and place them raw in the meal-prep bowls. No need to cook them. They will cook when you heat the dish later on.<\/p>\n 7. Take the meatballs out of the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.<\/p>\n 8. Meanwhile, open the marinara sauce jar and spread some sauce on top of the zucchini noodles.<\/p>\n 9. Place 3-5 meatballs in each bowl.<\/p>\n 10. Store in the refrigerator<\/strong> for up to 7 days. I do NOT<\/strong> recommend freezing zoodles as they will become watery and mushy when thawed. Meatballs can be kept frozen for up to three months in an airtight container.<\/p>\n Baking meatballs is the easiest and most efficient way to cook them. I recommend making 1-inch balls (larger meatballs will require more baking time) and placing them in rows. Just make sure you either carefully grease the pan or use parchment paper so they don’t stick. Alternately, you could bake the meatballs directly in the sauce. Also, make sure to leave some space between the meatballs (at least an inch).<\/p>\n Breadcrumbs contain gluten and are particularly calorie-dense, hence why many people replace them in recipes that call for them. The best breadcrumb substitute that I know of is almond flour. It is low-carb and very healthy. That is what I am using for this particular recipe and any recipe that would normally require breadcrumbs.<\/p>\n Sure, simply use a large non-stick pan and a little bit of olive oil. Place the meatballs in the pan and cook over medium heat, flipping them occasionally.\u00a0 Cooking time will differ, so the using a meat thermometer is highly recommended. Your meatballs will be ready when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.<\/p>\n Again, to make sure that your turkey meatballs are properly cooked, I recommend the use of a meat thermometer. It is a surefire way to make sure that your meatballs have reached the minimum recommended temperature of 165F. According to the USDA<\/a>, turkey meat may remain pink, even after reaching 165F internal temperature.<\/p>\n *CLICK THE IMAGE BELOW TO PIN FOR LATER*<\/strong><\/p>\n![\"Whole30](\"https:\/\/onecleverchef-wp.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/13183715\/Whole30-Turkey-Meatballs-with-Zoddles-and-Marinara-6.jpg\")
<\/p>\nIngredients to make these Italian Whole30 Turkey Meatballs<\/h2>\n
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How to make Whole30 Turkey Meatballs with Zoodles<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nHow to cook Turkey Meatballs in a Pan<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nHow to make Turkey Meatballs Without Breadcrumbs<\/h2>\n
Can you Cook these Meatballs on the Stove?<\/h2>\n
Can Turkey Meatballs be a Little Pink on the Inside?<\/h2>\n
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