Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1/2 cup (60g) Panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 oz (56g) crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup (30g) fresh spinach, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves (6g) garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp (5g) dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
  • 12 oz (340g) jarred roasted red peppers, drained
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
  • 3 cloves (9g) garlic, smashed
  • 1/4 cup (60g) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp (5g) smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) onion powder
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, Panko, feta, chopped spinach, minced garlic, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix the ingredients gently using hands or a spatula until just combined to avoid a dense texture.
  4. Roll the mixture into 16 evenly sized balls, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.
  5. Place meatballs on the baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until mahogany-colored and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. While meatballs bake, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a pan and sauté smashed garlic until aromatic.
  7. Combine roasted red peppers, sautéed garlic, Greek yogurt, smoked paprika, and onion powder in a high-speed blender or food processor; blend until velvety.
  8. Simmer the sauce in a pan, add the baked meatballs to coat, and garnish with fresh parsley.