Zucchini Noodles with Turkey Meatballs : Low-Carb, High-Flavor, and Meal Prep Ready
These Zucchini Noodles with Turkey Meatballs are a lighter, fresher take on a comfort food classic. Tender, juicy turkey meatballs are paired with spiralized zucchini noodles and your favorite marinara sauce for a low-carb, high-protein meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. It’s gluten-free, wholesome, and full of flavor without the heaviness of pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
For the Turkey Meatballs
1 lb ground turkey
1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Zucchini Noodles
3 medium zucchinis, spiralized
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup marinara sauce (low-sugar if preferred)
Optional: grated Parmesan, fresh basil for topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix all meatball ingredients and form into 1-inch balls.
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment and bake for 18–20 minutes, until cooked through.
While meatballs bake, sauté zucchini noodles in olive oil for 2–3 minutes until just tender (don’t overcook).
Warm marinara sauce and toss with zoodles or spoon over top.
Add meatballs, garnish with Parmesan and basil, and serve or store in containers.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 per serving
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 28g