Monday, May 30, 2011

Dilled Turkey Meatballs with Vegetable Sauce

I am making an effort to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into my diet AND to eat healthier and lighter than usual. Luckily, in the stack of cookbooks I "inherited" from my mom, there was a Weight Watchers cookbook. So, I present to you...


Dilled Turkey Meatballs with Vegetable Sauce

10 oz ground turkey
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
3 T seasoned dried breadcrumbs
2 T chopped fresh dill
1 T Dijon mustard
1 t salt-free lemon-herb seasoning
2 t olive oil
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
1 c sliced zucchini
1 c chopped fennel
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 c canned stewed tomatoes
2 t grated lemon zest
1/2 t dried oregano leaves

In a large bowl, combine turkey, egg white, bread crumbs, dill, mustard and seasoning. Mix well. Shape into 12 meatballs. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil. Add meatballs. Cook over medium-high heat, turning frequently (about 6-8 minutes) until browned on all sides. Transfer meatballs to plate and set aside. Add bell peppers, zucchini, fennel and garlic to skillet and cook, stirring frequently (about 4-5 minutes) until tender. Stir in tomatoes, lemon zest and oregano. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Return meatballs to skillet. Simmer partially covered for 10 minutes. Serve with your pasta of choice.

Yield: 4 servings

1 comment:

  1. I own the cookbook referenced above. This recipe is one of my favorites! I have made this for company, many, many times. Everyone loves it! I highly recommend it!

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