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Cilantro Lime Turkey Meatballs


 Cilantro lime turkey meatballs are bright, tender, and easy to serve in bowls, wraps, or salads. A little yogurt in the mix helps keep them juicy.

Recipe Snapshot

  • Prep time: 20 minutes
  • Cook time: 18 minutes
  • Serves: 4
  • Best for: meal prep, rice bowls, lean protein

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons yogurt
  • 1 lime, zested
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper

Method

  1. Mix turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, yogurt, lime zest, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Shape into small meatballs.
  3. Bake at 400 F until browned and cooked through.
  4. Squeeze lime juice over the hot meatballs.
  5. Serve with rice, salad, or warm tortillas.

Kitchen Notes

Do not pack the meatballs too tightly; a lighter touch keeps them tender.

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