Broccoli Cheddar Turkey Meatballs

Name: Broccoli Cheddar Turkey Meatballs
Total time: PT55M25M
Yield: 10
Ingredients: Ingredients 1/2 bunch broccoli 2 pounds ground turkey 1 cup instant oatmeal (quick oats) 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded Ranch salad dressing

By:

Co+op

Recipe Information

Total Time:

55 minutes; 25 minutes active

Servings:

For a truly winning appetizer, try making these delightful meatballs.

For a truly winning appetizer, try making these delightful meatballs. Lean ground turkey gets a cheesy note from sharp cheddar, and bits of broccoli are the hidden veggie. Serve these in a warmer with a bowl of dressing on the side.

Ingredients

1/2 bunch broccoli
2 pounds ground turkey
1 cup instant oatmeal (quick oats)
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Ranch salad dressing

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 375 F. Line two sheet pans with parchment, reserve.
Using a knife or food processor, finely chop broccoli to the size of rice, until you have 2 cups.
In a large bowl, combine the turkey, oatmeal, eggs, salt and pepper and mix. Add the broccoli and cheddar and mix well.
Use a 2-tablespoon-sized scoop to portion and shape into 1-inch balls. Place on the sheet pans, taking care that the meatballs don’t touch each other.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in a meatball registers 165 F.