Healthy Kale Pasta Meatballs Recipe
created by
Emily O. Apr. 20, 2025
“Kale gluten-free pasta meatballs”
Coach Belle
“Looks great Emily! Thanks for the update I hope you continue finding joy in these healthy dinners. Keep up the fantastic work!”
Instructions
1.
Cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2.
In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped kale, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3.
Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
4.
In a large skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 10-12 minutes.
5.
Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until cooked through.
6.
Serve the meatballs over the cooked pasta and garnish with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Ingredients
1.
8 oz gluten-free pasta
2.
1 lb lean ground turkey or chicken
3.
1 cup finely chopped kale
4.
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
5.
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
6.
1 egg
7.
2 cloves garlic, minced
8.
1 tsp Italian seasoning
9.
Salt and pepper to taste
10.
2 cups marinara sauce (low-sugar)
Nutrition
calories
350
fat
10
saturates
3
carbohydrates
40
fibres
6
sugar
5
addedSugar
1
protein
30
Healthy Kale Pasta Meatballs Recipe
My Rating
Emily O.Author
"Kale gluten-free pasta meatballs"
Coach Belle
"Looks great Emily! Thanks for the update I hope you continue finding joy in these healthy dinners. Keep up the fantastic work!"