# Turkey Meatballs with Spaghetti

Lean turkey meatballs simmered in basil tomato sauce, over spaghetti.

35 min. Serves 4. 485 kcal per serving.

## What you need

- 500g turkey mince
- 1 egg
- 30g breadcrumbs (wheat)
- 20g parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 500g passata
- Few basil leaves
- 250g spaghetti (wheat)

## How to make it

Turkey Meatballs with Spaghetti

1. **Step 1**: Mix the turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan and garlic and roll into 20 balls.
2. **Step 2**: Brown in oil for 6 minutes, turning.
3. **Step 3**: Add the passata and basil and simmer for 12 minutes until the meatballs are 75°C inside.
4. **Step 4**: Meanwhile cook the spaghetti and serve together.

## Nutrition per serving

Per serving, rounded. These are estimates, not a prescription.

| Per serving | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Energy | 485 kcal |
| Protein | 41 g |
| Carbohydrate | 58 g |
| Fat | 10 g |

This recipe fits these eating styles by the numbers and the ingredients: Mediterranean, High protein.

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Last updated: 2026-09-24