Turkey Meatballs with Cottage Cheese Marinara
These juicy ground turkey meatballs are served over a creamy blended cottage cheese marinara sauce that adds an incredible protein boost without any unusual flavor. Each serving contains over 44 grams of protein making this one of the highest protein pasta alternatives available.
Tender turkey meatballs smothered in a protein-boosted cottage cheese marinara sauce for an ultra high-protein Italian-inspired dinner.
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Ingredients
protein
sauce
binder
spices
aromatic
Instructions
Form the Meatballs
In a large bowl combine the ground turkey egg minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Mix until just combined and roll into 16 equal meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter.
Brown the Meatballs
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the meatballs for 2 minutes per side until golden brown on the outside. Work in batches to avoid crowding.
Blend the Sauce
While the meatballs cook blend the cottage cheese and marinara sauce together in a blender for 30 seconds until completely smooth. The mixture will look creamy and rich.
Simmer and Finish
Pour the blended cottage cheese marinara over the browned meatballs in the skillet. Cover and cook over medium-low heat for 15 minutes until the meatballs are fully cooked through to 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
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