Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Turkey Meatballs in Tomato Sauce offer all the comfort of a classic Italian-American meatball dish with significantly less fat. Turkey mince is an excellent source of lean protein and absorbs flavours beautifully. The homemade tomato sauce — made with nothing more than quality canned tomatoes, onion, garlic, and basil — is far superior to any jarred alternative. These meatballs work brilliantly over spaghetti, tucked into a sub roll for a meatball sandwich, or served alongside creamy polenta for something a little different.

• ✅ 500g turkey mince
• ✅ 1 egg
• ✅ 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• ✅ 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ✅ 1 tsp dried parsley
• ✅ Salt & pepper
• ✅ For sauce: 400g crushed tomatoes, 1 onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp basil, olive oil

1. 1Mix turkey mince, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
2. 2Shape into golf-ball-sized meatballs.
3. 3Brown in olive oil for 5 minutes, turning. Set aside.
4. 4In the same pan, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute.
5. 5Add crushed tomatoes and basil. Simmer 10 minutes.
6. 6Add meatballs to the sauce. Simmer 15 minutes until cooked through.
7. 7Serve over spaghetti or with crusty bread.