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Easy Flavorful Turkey Meatball and Veggie Sheet Pan Meal Prep Recipe for Weight Loss

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A quick and easy sheet pan meal prep featuring juicy turkey meatballs and roasted veggies, perfect for weight loss and meal prepping with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean recommended)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs for GF option)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 small red onion, sliced into wedges
  • 1 cup baby carrots or sliced regular carrots
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line your sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons (roughly 30g) of the mixture and roll into meatballs. Place evenly spaced on one side of the sheet pan.
  4. In a separate bowl, toss broccoli, bell pepper, onion, and carrots with olive oil, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper until well coated.
  5. Spread the tossed veggies on the other side of the sheet pan in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes. At 12 minutes, toss the veggies and flip the meatballs for even browning.
  7. Check that meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and veggies are tender and caramelized.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over meatballs and veggies before serving.
  9. Let cool for 10 minutes before dividing into airtight containers for storage if meal prepping.

Notes

Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep meatballs tender. Use parchment paper or silicone baking mat for easier cleanup. If veggies brown too fast, tent with foil. Balsamic vinegar adds a subtle tang and depth of flavor. For low-carb, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds. Can substitute ground chicken for turkey. Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months.

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