YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Lean Turkey Meatballs with Whole Wheat Spaghetti and Fresh Basil Marinara
Savor a guilt-free Italian-inspired dish featuring lean turkey meatballs delicately seasoned and baked to perfection, tossed with hearty whole wheat spaghetti. Completed with a vibrant, homemade fresh basil marinara sauce, this plate is a perfect balance of savory protein, wholesome grains, and aromatic herbs.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Lean Ground Turkey
1 large Egg White
1 tbsp Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs
1 cup cooked Whole Wheat Spaghetti
1/2 cup Canned Diced Tomatoes
1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
2 cloves Garlic
1/4 medium Yellow Onion
1 tsp Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine the lean ground turkey, egg white, whole wheat breadcrumbs, one minced garlic clove, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until just combined and shape into small meatballs.
Place the meatballs on the baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes until fully cooked and lightly browned.
Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil and cook whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
For the marinara, heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the remaining minced garlic with finely chopped onion until softened, then add the canned diced tomatoes. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in chopped fresh basil leaves into the marinara sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Plate the cooked spaghetti, top with the turkey meatballs, and generously spoon over the fresh basil marinara sauce.
Garnish with a few extra basil leaves if desired, and serve warm.