Low-Salt Turkey Meatballs

LOW-SALT + HEALTHY

Article by Mckenzie Ellis

Photography by Mckenzie Ellis

These baked low-salt turkey meatballs are healthy, packed with flavor, incredibly moist on the inside and crispy golden on the outside. A combination of fresh and dried herbs give these meatballs an Italian flair while also providing a balance of flavors. Top with a simple marinara sauce and they’re impossible to resist. You can also double the recipe, freeze, and simply reheat the meatballs when you want a quick dinner on the table.

Low.Salt.Healthy “DASHable” Turkey Meatballs

Yield: 15 meatballs Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

1 lb. ground turkey
2 tablespoons Dash “Onion and Herb” seasoning
1 tsp. freshly ground pepper
2 tsp. garlic powder
4 fresh garlic cloves, chopped
½ cup grated Swiss cheese
½ cup maybe a bit more of panic (Japanese-style Panko usually is lower in sodium, breadcrumbs can also work but you are looking for 100 mg per ½ cup serving)
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 egg

Instructions:

Mix the ingredients and roll into small balls. Grease a baking sheet and bake at 375 F for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

For the printable and downloadable recipe, visit LowSaltKitchen.com

About the Author

Mckenzie Ellis is the founder and owner of Low Salt Kitchen, a food blog specializing in low salt cooking. As creator of the Low Salt Movement and a wellness advocate Mckenzie helps raise awareness about the harmful effects of sodium on our body. As a community advocate, Mckenzie is passionate about raising awareness of sodium through community wellness programs, cooking...