Description
If you’re on a journey to shed some pounds while enjoying delicious meals, this easy low carb high protein meatball recipe is your perfect ally. Ready in just 20 minutes, these flavorful meatballs are made with lean ground turkey, fresh garlic, and aromatic basil. They’re not only quick to prepare but also versatile; you can pair them with fresh salads or cauliflower rice for a nutritious meal. With only 2 grams of carbs and a whopping 30 grams of protein per serving, these meatballs fit seamlessly into any low carb diet plan. Whether you’re cooking for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this recipe will keep you satisfied and on track with your fitness goals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz ground turkey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- 2 tbsp shredded zucchini
- 2 tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp green pesto
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients until well mixed. Form walnut-sized meatballs using your hands.
- Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and add a little fat. Place the meatballs in the pan and cover with a lid.
- Cook for about 4-5 minutes, then flip the meatballs to brown on the other side.
- Once cooked through, serve your meatballs alongside fresh salad or cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg