Low Calorie Low Fat Meatballs Recipe

These unbelievably delicious meatballs are surprisingly low in calories and fat! Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal, these lean meatballs are packed with flavor and hold their shape beautifully. Made with homemade breadcrumbs from low-cal whole wheat bread for an extra lean boost, this recipe is adapted from a Cooks.com favorite – but we've made it even better! Get ready to enjoy guilt-free goodness.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 185 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Low Calorie Low Fat Meatballs 20

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Low Calorie Low Fat Meatballs

  • Lean Ground Turkey
  • Breadcrumbs
  • Egg Substitute
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Fresh Basil
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Dried Oregano
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Nonstick Cooking Spray

How to Make Low Calorie Low Fat Meatballs

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine ground turkey, ground chicken, egg, grated onion, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, pulse whole wheat bread (remove crusts first) in a food processor until you have fine breadcrumbs. You should have approximately 1 cup.
  4. Gradually add the breadcrumbs to the meat mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  6. Lightly grease a baking sheet and arrange the meatballs in a single layer.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and browned.
  8. Serve your lean and delicious meatballs on their own or with your favorite pasta sauce, zucchini noodles, or a side salad.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

13g

Carbs

2g