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Sweet Potato and Turkey Meatball Recipe

Not Your Usual Meatball

Oh, yum! You will absolutely love these scrumptious sweet potato and ground turkey meatballs. They are perfect for appetizers, pasta, meatball sandwiches, or just on their own.

This recipe is super easy to make with just a few ingredients. You can even make a larger batch and freeze them. Quick and easy for those busy nights.

Sweet Potato and Turkey Meatball Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 – Large Sweet Potato
• 1 lb. – Ground Turkey
• 1/4  Cup – Breadcrumbs
• 1 Egg
• 1/8 teaspoon – Garlic Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon – Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon – Pepper
• Olive Oil

Directions:

1. Wrap the raw Sweet Potato in a couple of wet paper towels. Place in a dish with a little bit of water. Microwave for 8 to 10 minutes, until sweet potato is tender.
2. Peel the sweet potato and mash.
3. Mix the mashed sweet potato, Ground Turkey, Egg, Breadcrumbs, Garlic Powder, Salt, and Pepper until fully incorporated.
4. Roll small amounts of the mixture in your hands to form meatballs.
5. Heat a skillet with Olive Oil over medium heat.
6. When the pan is hot, place a few meatballs in the skillet to brown. Do Not overcrowd the meatballs so you have room to turn and roll for browning on all sides.
7. Once browned, remove from skillet and place in a microwave-safe or oven-safe dish to finish cooking in your desired appliance.
8. If finishing the cooking by microwave, cook on high for 3 to 5 minutes, or until done.
9. If by the oven, place the meatballs in a 400-degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cooked through.

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Sweet Potato and Turkey Meatballs Recipe

 

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Not your usual meatball -- You've got to try these super tasty Sweet Potato and Turkey Meatballs. It's a quick and easy recipe that your family will love. A healthy and delicious meatball alternative.

from: Life With Lorelai

Type: Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Ingredients:

• 1 - Large Sweet Potato
• 1 lb. - Ground Turkey
• 1/4 Cup - Breadcrumbs
• 1 Egg
• 1/8 teaspoon - Garlic Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon - Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon - Pepper
• Olive Oil

Directions:

1. Wrap the raw Sweet Potato in a couple of wet paper towels. Place in a dish with a little bit of water. Microwave for 8 to 10 minutes, until sweet potato is tender.
2. Peel the sweet potato and mash.
3. Mix the mashed sweet potato, Ground Turkey, Egg, Breadcrumbs, Garlic Powder, Salt, and Pepper until fully incorporated.
4. Roll small amounts of the mixture in your hands to form meatballs.
5. Heat a skillet with Olive Oil over medium heat.
6. When the pan is hot, place a few meatballs in the skillet to brown. Do Not overcrowd the meatballs so you have room to turn and roll for browning on all sides.
7. Once browned, remove from skillet and place in a microwave-safe or oven-safe dish to finish cooking in your desired appliance.
8. If finishing the cooking by microwave, cook on high for 3 to 5 minutes, or until done.
9. If by the oven, place the meatballs in a 400-degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cooked through.

3.5.3226

These meatballs are delicious on there own served with tomatoes and lemony asparagus. A healthy alternative that is great for the whole family. Enjoy!

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