Dinner
Best for Muscle Gain

Turkey Meatball Marinara

High calorie, high protein - perfect for building muscle

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Serves: 1

Ingredients

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  • 6 oz (170 g) ground turkey (93/7)
  • 1 1/2 cups zucchini noodles
  • 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/4 cups parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Fresh basil, garlic

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix turkey with breadcrumbs, egg, and minced garlic

  2. 2

    Form into 12 meatballs, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 minutes

  3. 3

    Sauté cherry tomatoes in olive oil

  4. 4

    Add marinara sauce and cooked meatballs, simmer 5 minutes

  5. 5

    Serve over zucchini noodles, top with parmesan and basil

💡 Pro Tips

  • • Prep ingredients ahead of time to save cooking time
  • • Double the recipe and freeze half for easy meal prep
  • • Adjust seasonings to taste - everyone's preferences are different
  • • Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (adjusted)
Calories685
Protein48g
Carbohydrates52g
Fat24g
Macro Distribution
ProteinCarbsFat

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Best Time to Eat

Evening (6-8 PM)
Ideal for recovery and muscle building