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Healthy Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!

Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd’s Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!

Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!
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When I say I grew up eating traditional shepherd’s pie, I mean quite literally my mom made it for us every week. I think she loved how it covered all the food groups in one simple casserole dish for dinner and it was absolutely delicious! This healthy shepherd’s pie recipe is a twist on this classic comfort food dish that is loaded with veggies, lean ground turkey, rich homemade gravy and topped with my healthier mashed potatoes. What makes them healthier? Well they are packed with hidden veggies as well! Hope your family loves this on their dinner table.

Why You’ll Love This

  • High protein – we are using ground turkey in this instead of ground lamb or ground beef which reduces the saturated fat, but packs in 22 grams of protein per serving.
  • Extra veggies – not only are we throwing in extra veggies into the filling for a boost of fiber, vitamins and essential nutrients, but we are adding a whole head of cauliflower into the mashed topping!
  • Lighter mash – you are going to love my healthy mashed potato recipe where we are cutting the potatoes in half and adding in a whole head of cauliflower for a creamy yet lower-carb topping. You could also used mashed cauliflower.
  • Customizable – this healthy shepherd’s pie recipe is easily customizable with a variety of veggies and lean protein.
  • Great for a crowd – this easy recipe makes a ton so not only is it a great option to feed a crowd, but we love this comforting casserole for meal prep!
Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!

What is the Difference Between Shepherd’s Pie and Cottage Pie?

Classic shepherd’s pie uses only ground lamb and the name came from shepherds looking after their sheep. A traditional cottage pie is one that uses ground beef instead.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • ground turkey – I used 93% lean ground turkey and you could go even leaner, but the turkey will be drier and not as flavorful. You could also use ground chicken, extra-lean ground beef or ground pork.
  • vegetables – we are using chopped onions, celery and carrots along with frozen corn and frozen peas. I also used a whole head of cauliflower in the mashed potatoes.
  • olive oil – I like to use a good olive oil to sauté the veggies. Doesn’t have to be expensive, just make sure it’s cold-pressed and organic for the most flavor.
  • mashed potatoes – I always use this recipe which uses a mixture of yukon gold potatoes (or russet potatoes) and cauliflower. Feel free to use whatever mashed potato recipe you like best. You could also mix in a little cheddar cheese into the mash for more flavor.
  • flour – you just need 2 tablespoons of flour to thicken the mixture. I used gluten-free flour so this would be a gluten-free shepherd’s pie, but you could use all-purpose flour or other flour you prefer.
  • chicken broth – you’ll need 1 cup of chicken broth, but you could also use beef broth, vegetable broth or any stocks in your pantry.
  • tomato paste – you’ll need a tbsp tomato paste which adds rich tomato flavor along with thickening the gravy mixture up a bit. You could also use tomato sauce.
  • worcestershire sauce – boost of flavor!
  • garlic – I recommend using fresh chopped garlic cloves or minced garlic from the jar, but garlic powder will work in a pinch.
  • fresh herbs – a combination of fresh thyme leaves and fresh rosemary.
  • salt and black pepper – needed to season the shepherd’s pie and add flavor.
Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!
Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!

How to Make Healthy Shepherd’s Pie

  1. Cook potatoes and cauliflower. Place the potatoes only (hold off on the cauliflower for now) in a large pot of salted water on the stove top. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and let the potatoes simmer for about 15 minutes. Add in the fresh cauliflower florets and continue to simmer for an additional 8-9 minutes. The cauliflower and potatoes should be soft and fork tender.
  2. Make mashed potatoes. Drain the potatoes and cauliflower then add them back into the pot they were cooked in or a large bowl. Add the milk, Greek yogurt, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or blend everything using an electric mixer until you get a nice creamy texture.
  3. Brown the meat. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and brown the ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5 minutes. Transfer the cooked turkey to a plate and set aside.
  4. Sauté the vegetables. Drizzle another tablespoon of olive oil in the hot skillet and add the onion, carrots, celery and garlic. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until veggies are tender.
  5. Make the meat filling. Add the ground meat back into the pan along with some salt and pepper. Sprinkle the meat mixture with flour and toss to coat, continuing cooking 1 more minute. Add the tomato paste, chicken broth, worcestershire sauce, and chopped herbs. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Assemble casserole. Mix in the frozen corn and green peas with the turkey mixture and spread evenly into a casserole dish. Carefully spoon the mashed potatoes over the turkey mixture. Smooth into an even layer using a spatula or back of a wooden spoon.
  7. Bake and serve. Bake shepherds pie in the oven at 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. Garnish with fresh thyme or fresh parsley on top of the mashed potatoes before serving.
Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!

Variations

  • More veggies – you could also add in some shredded or chopped zucchini, fresh mushrooms, green beans, sweet potatoes, or other vegetables.
  • Extra protein – this recipe uses lean ground turkey, but feel free to stir in a handful of cooked quinoa or chickpeas for a boost of protein.
  • Dairy-free option – to make this dish dairy-free, simply swap out the milk in the mashed potatoes with almond milk or coconut milk. You could also swap out the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) for a dairy-free alternative.
  • Vegan option – swap the ground turkey for lentils or a plant-based meat alternative for a vegan or vegetarian shepherd’s pie. You can also swap the milk for coconut milk or almond milk in the mash.
  • Low carb option – I made this using my healthy mashed potato recipe, but feel free to top with my easy cauliflower mash for a lower carb option.
  • Sweet potatoes – another way to boost nutrition in this recipe is to use mashed sweet potatoes rather than traditional potatoes for a delicious sweet potato shepherd’s pie.
  • Spice it up – add in a pinch of smoked paprika, chili flakes, hot sauce or sriracha for a warming kick.
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Prepping and Storage

To Make Ahead – To make this easy shepherd’s pie ahead of time, assemble the casserole and cover the baking dish with foil. Refrigerate up to 2 days in advance, and then bake it in a preheated oven at 400 degrees F for about 30 minutes or until heated through.

To Store – Leftovers will last in a sealed, airtight container for up to 3 days stored in the refrigerator. Warm up in the microwave to reheat.

To Freeze – Shepherd’s pie freezes really well too! Assemble the casserole and cover with aluminum foil. You can store this in the freezer for up to 2 months. When ready to bake, thaw out overnight in the fridge and bake as directed.

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Cozy and delicious Healthy Turkey Shepherd's Pie Recipe made with lean ground turkey, colorful vegetables, rich homemade gravy and topped with lighter mashed potatoes. A healthier twist on a classic comfort food dish the whole family will love!
Course dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Healthy Turkey Shepherd’s Pie
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 354kcal

Ingredients

For the Mashed Potatoes:

  • 1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup lower sodium chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Meat Filling:

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 2 carrots peeled and diced small
  • 2 ribs celery diced small
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp flour I used GF flour
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp fresh thyme chopped
  • 2 tsp fresh rosemary chopped
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

To make the mashed potatoes:

  • Place the potatoes only (hold off on the cauliflower for now) to a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and let the potatoes simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Add in the cauliflower florets and continue to simmer for an additional 8-9 minutes, until cauliflower and potatoes are soft and fork tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and cauliflower then add them back into the pot they were cooked in. Add the milk, Greek yogurt, chicken broth, butter, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or blend everything using an electric mixer until you get a nice creamy texture.

To make the meat filling:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and brown the ground turkey, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5 minutes. Transfer the cooked turkey to a plate and set aside.
  • Drizzle another tablespoon of olive oil in the hot skillet and add the onion, carrots, celery and garlic. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until veggies are tender, then add the meat back into the pan along with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the meat mixture with flour and toss to coat, continuing cooking 1 more minute. Add the tomato paste, chicken broth, worcestershire sauce, and chopped herbs. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Mix in the frozen veggies with the turkey mixture and spread evenly into a casserole dish. Carefully spoon the mashed potatoes over the turkey mixture and smooth into an even layer using a spatula or back of the spoon.
  • Bake shepherd’s pie in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly. Garnish with fresh thyme or fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6th of recipe | Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.9g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4.7g | Cholesterol: 62.3mg | Sodium: 569.2mg | Fiber: 7.1g | Sugar: 6g

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Garlicky Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots

These fresh and crisp Garlicky Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots are a simple, healthy and flavorful side dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! No blanching necessary. Perfect for busy weeknights or served with a holiday meal.

These fresh and crisp Garlicky Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots are a simple, healthy and flavorful side dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! No blanching necessary. Perfect for busy weeknights or served with a holiday meal.

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You are going to love these garlicky green beans with shallots! Such a simple, healthy and flavorful side dish that comes together in just 15 minutes. These fresh, crisp green beans with caramelized shallots and garlic are full of savory-sweet flavors that truly couldn’t be easier to make. Perfect for those busy weeknights, but also elevated enough for special occasions or your Thanksgiving table. This green bean with shallots recipe will become your go-to favorite!

Why You’ll Love This

  • Quick and easy – these green beans come together in just 15 minutes in one skillet with minimal prep time and no blanching necessary!
  • Healthy side dish – string beans are packed with vitamins, fiber and antioxidants, making this side dish as nutritious as it is delicious.
  • Simple ingredients – all you need are just a few simple pantry staples to throw this delicious side dish together.
  • Customizable – you can easily make this to your family’s liking. Add in a little spicy, toss in some crunchy nuts or sprinkle with parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
These fresh and crisp Garlicky Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots are a simple, healthy and flavorful side dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! No blanching necessary.  Perfect for busy weeknights or served with a holiday meal.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • green beans – you’ll need a pound of fresh green beans or french green beans (also called haricot verts) in this recipe. No canned green beans here!
  • olive oil – I like to use a good extra-virgin olive oil or butter to caramelize the shallots. You could also use a combination of both or use avocado oil or canola oil.
  • shallots – caramelizing the shallots provide natural sweetness to these green beans with the need for added sugar. You could also use a sweet onion, white onion, or red onion in place of the shallots. Feel free to sprinkle in some green onions as well.
  • garlic – you can use fresh chopped garlic or minced garlic from the jar. I don’t really recommend garlic powder in this recipe, but if that’s all you have it will work.
  • soy sauce – just a tablespoon of low sodium soy sauce goes a long way to enhance the flavor of these green beans and add a little umami flavor. Feel free to swap the soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to make these green beans gluten-free.
  • salt and pepper – kosher salt (or sea salt) and black pepper is needed to season these green beans.

How to Make Garlic Green Beans

  1. Caramelize the shallots. Heat extra virgin olive oil or melt butter in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-low heat. Add in the shallots and cook until soft and translucent, stirring frequently, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add in the garlic and sauté the shallot mixture for an additional 30 seconds.
  2. Simmer green beans. Add in the green beans, about a teaspoon salt, pepper, soy sauce and a half cup of water, bringing to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the green beans, and simmer for about 8 minutes.
  3. Finish cooking. Remove the lid and increase to medium-high heat to high heat. Cook the green beans for 5 to 6 more minutes, stirring frequently, until all the liquid has evaporated, green beans are tender and shallots are jammy.
  4. Serve and enjoy. Season the sautéed green beans with additional salt and pepper, to taste, and transfer to a serving platter. Serve warm and enjoy!

My favorite part about this recipe is there is no need to boil and drain the green beans or place them in an ice water bath for blanching! Not only does this save you two whole cooking steps, but that means no large pot or extra bowls to clean.

These fresh and crisp Garlicky Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots are a simple, healthy and flavorful side dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! No blanching necessary.  Perfect for busy weeknights or served with a holiday meal.

How to Serve

Recipe Variations

  • Make it spicy – add in some red pepper flakes, a dash of hot sauce, sriracha or some chili garlic sauce for extra heat.
  • Add mushrooms – sauté sliced mushrooms with the shallots for extra depth of flavor and nutrition.
  • Add some crunch – add in some sliced almonds, toasted pecans or walnuts for some added crunch and texture.
  • Top with bacon – adds a rich, smoky flavor to the green beans with a delicious balance of salty and savory with added crunch.
  • Squeeze of lemon juice – add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice or lemon zest to the green beans to brighten them up, if desired.
  • Sprinkle with cheese – sprinkle with a little parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
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Prepping and Storage

Leftover green beans will last in a sealed, airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. When ready to reheat, warm up in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of olive oil, or microwave in 30 second intervals til heated through. I don’t recommend freezing leftovers as the tender green beans will lose texture after thawing.

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These fresh and crisp Garlicky Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots are a simple, healthy and flavorful side dish that comes together in just 20 minutes! No blanching necessary. Perfect for busy weeknights or served with a holiday meal.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Garlicky Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 139kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 2 large shallots thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 lb green beans trimmed
  • 1 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt or more if needed
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Caramelize the shallots. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add in the shallots and cook until soft and translucent, stirring frequently, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add in the garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Simmer green beans. Add in the green beans, salt, pepper, soy sauce and a half cup of water, bringing to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the green beans, and simmer for about 8 minutes.
  • Finish cooking. Remove the lid and increase to medium-high heat to high heat. Cook the green beans for 5 to 6 more minutes, stirring frequently, until all the liquid has evaporated, green beans are tender and shallots are jammy.
  • Serve and enjoy. Season the sautéed green beans with additional salt and pepper, as needed. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4th of recipe | Calories: 139kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.8g | Protein: 1.7g | Fat: 6.8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 291.4mg | Fiber: 2.1g | Sugar: 0.8g

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The BEST 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

The BEST 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies recipe made with simple pantry ingredients and zero flour, butter or oil! Soft, chewy cookies with rich peanut butter flavor are the perfect gluten-free sweet treat.

The BEST 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies recipe made with simple pantry ingredients and zero flour, butter or oil! Soft, chewy cookies with rich peanut butter flavor are the perfect gluten-free sweet treat.

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Calling all peanut butter lovers! You all are going to love these super simple yet delicious classic peanut butter cookies! Whether you want a quick snack, last-minute dessert or a gluten-free treat, this classic peanut butter cookie recipe comes together in under 20 minutes. The best part is you only need 5 simple ingredients. The best peanut butter cookies that I promise the whole family will love!

Why You’ll Love These

  • Quick and simple – you only need 5 pantry ingredients and one bowl to make these easy peanut butter cookies. Ready in under 20 minutes.
  • Made healthier – no flour, butter or oil used in these cookies and they are naturally sweetened with cane sugar.
  • Soft and chewy – these soft peanut butter cookies have the best texture and rich peanut butter flavor in every bite.
  • Naturally gluten-free – these cookies have no flour in them making them a great option for those with gluten sensitivities.
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Ingredients You’ll Need

  • peanut butter – I used creamy natural peanut butter without any added sugar. Just make sure you give it a good stir before using. You could use regular creamy peanut butter like Jif or Skippy, chunky peanut butter, almond butter or other nut butter.
  • egg – you’ll need 1 large egg for this recipe to hold all the ingredients together.
  • baking soda – acts as a leavening agent and gives these cookies that chewy texture. Baking powder would work too.
  • cane sugarcane sugar naturally sweetens these cookies without using any refined sugar. You could also use coconut sugar, brown sugar or any type of granulated sugar.
  • vanilla – you’ll need one teaspoon vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of these cookies.

You could also easily simplify this recipe even more by make 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies! All you need is peanut butter, egg and sugar, but the baking soda really gives them their chewy texture while the vanilla gives an extra boost of flavor!

How to Make Peanut Butter Cookies

  1. Mix ingredients. In a large bowl, combine one cup of peanut butter, egg, baking soda, cane sugar and vanilla. Using a hand mixer on medium speed or your stand mixer with the paddle attachment, mix all the ingredients really well until all combined. The peanut butter mixture will be thick and sticky.
  2. Shape cookies. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the dough mixture (I like to use this small cookie scoop) and roll into a balls. Please them on prepared baking sheets lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie. Use a fork to gently press a crisscross pattern into each ball, slightly flattening them. I also like to smooth up the edges with my finger.
  3. Bake. Place in the oven and bake cookies for 10 to 13 mins, or until edges are golden brown and centers are soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
  4. Cool and enjoy. Let them cool on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes, then carefully transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Tips and Substitutions

  • Peanut butter – both creamy peanut butter and crunchy peanut butter work well, but natural peanut butter may make the dough slightly looser, so make sure to stir it well for best results.
  • Sweetener – I only recommend using granulated sugar in these cookies such as cane sugar, coconut sugar, white sugar or even brown sugar. Using honey or maple syrup will change the texture in these cookies.
  • Vegan – you can easily make these cookies vegan by replacing the egg for a flax egg which is 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water, mixed in a small bowl and set for 5 minutes.
  • Criss-cross pattern – the classic fork crisscross pattern helps flatten the cookies slightly for even baking. Since these cookies don’t contain flour, they don’t spread as much on their own, so the fork marks are key for the right texture.
  • Don’t over bake – we want a chewy peanut butter cookie that is slightly soft in the center with edges that are set, so don’t overcook them. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Customize them – feel free to mix in fun extras like chocolate chips (similar to peanut butter blossoms), peanut butter chips, chopped peanuts or other nuts, top with flaky sea salt or even a drizzle of melted chocolate.

Prepping and Storage

To Store:  These homemade peanut butter cookies will last at room temperature stored in a sealed, airtight container or plastic wrap on the counter for up to 5 days.  You can also store these in the refrigerator for a firmer texture and to keep them longer.

To Freeze:  For longer storage, these cookies can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to enjoy, transfer the frozen cookies to the fridge to thaw overnight or let them thaw completely on the countertop at room temperature. 

Freeze cookie dough: I like to make the peanut butter cookie dough, roll them into balls and freeze on a baking sheet. Then simply transfer the frozen cookie dough balls into a freezer bag and when you’re ready to bake them, let them thaw slightly, and bake as directed.

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The BEST 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

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The BEST 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies recipe made with simple pantry ingredients and zero flour, butter or oil! Soft, chewy cookies with rich peanut butter flavor are the perfect gluten-free sweet treat.
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 18
Calories 94kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix ingredients. In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, egg, baking soda, cane sugar and vanilla. Using a hand mixer or whisk, mix all the ingredients really well until all combined. The dough will be thick and sticky.
  • Shape cookies. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the dough mixture (I like to use this small cookie scoop) and roll into a balls. Place them on a prepared baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie. Use a fork to gently press a crisscross pattern into each ball, slightly flattening them. I also like to smooth up the edges with my finger.
  • Bake. Place the cookies in the oven and bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are still soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Cool and enjoy. Let the them cool on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 4.5g | Protein: 3.9g | Fat: 7.4g | Saturated Fat: 1.2g | Cholesterol: 10.3mg | Fiber: 1.3g | Sugar: 2.3g

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Healthy Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie

Start your morning off with this thick and creamy Healthy Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie! Packed with protein and easily made with wholesome ingredients in just 5 minutes to keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.

Start your morning off with this thick and creamy Healthy Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie! Packed with protein and easily made with wholesome ingredients in just 5 minutes to keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.

Start your morning off with this thick and creamy Healthy Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie! Packed with protein and easily made with wholesome ingredients in just 5 minutes to keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.
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Looking for a quick, delicious breakfast to kick-start your day? You are going to love this banana oat smoothie recipe! Packed with creamy sweetness of ripe bananas, hint of cinnamon and the heartiness of oats, this smoothie is the perfect blend of flavor and nutrition. Whether you are rushing out the door or just craving a healthy snack, this smoothie is a delightful way to fuel your body with fiber, potassium and protein. Best part? This smoothie tastes like a delicious oatmeal cookie in liquid form!

Why You’ll Love This

  • High Protein – packed with almost 12 grams of protein per smoothie thanks to the Greek yogurt and peanut butter.
  • Loaded with Fiber – rolled oats and the flaxseed meal provide a great source of fiber to help keep you full all day long. I love drinking this first thing in the morning for a filling breakfast.
  • Quick and Easy – you can easily make this banana smoothie recipe in just 5 minutes using a few simple ingredients. Perfect for those busy mornings.
  • Customizable – throw in a scoop of your favorite protein powder, a handful of blueberries, or some chia seeds for an extra burst of goodness. So many different ways to enjoy this healthy oatmeal smoothie.
Start your morning off with this thick and creamy Healthy Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie! Packed with protein and easily made with wholesome ingredients in just 5 minutes to keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • rolled oats – we are using old-fashioned rolled oats (I used gluten-free oats) which are rich in fiber and help with digestion. Not only does this keep you full longer, but will also help keep you focused throughout the day. You could also use quick oats or instant oats.
  • banana – you’ll need one ripe banana (fresh banana or frozen banana) which is a great source of potassium and adds natural sweetness without added sugar.
  • greek yogurt – this makes the smoothie nice and creamy, while also being a great source of protein, probiotics and calcium.
  • flaxseed meal – I love adding flaxseed to my smoothies because it’s a great plant-based protein and also packs in fiber and healthy fats.
  • milk – I used unsweetened almond milk, but you can use any type of milk you like best such as oat milk, coconut milk or dairy milk.
  • peanut butter – adds additional protein to this smoothie and delicious nutty flavor! You could also substitute the peanut butter for almond butter or any other type of nut butter.
  • vanilla extract – just a half teaspoon of vanilla for an extra boost of flavor.
  • cinnamon – a warm spice to round out these cozy flavors.

I don’t recommend using steel cut oats in this recipe as the raw oats are less processed and take longer to soften. However, here are two ways to use them in this smoothie if that’s all you have on hand:

  • You could cook the steel cut oats beforehand for 10 to 15 minutes on the stove or microwave before adding them to the smoothie. Just make sure they cool beforehand.
  • You could also soak the steel cut oats overnight in water or milk to soften them before adding them into your smoothie.

How to Make Banana Oat Smoothie

  1. Add to blender. Add your oats, banana, Greek yogurt, flaxseed meal, milk, vanilla cinnamon, and a little bit of peanut butter to a powerful blender or food processor.
  2. Blend ingredients. Blend everything until you get a creamy, smooth consistency. Feel free to add more milk if you prefer a thinner smoothie. Taste and adjust any ingredients as-needed for more flavor.
  3. Serve and enjoy. Pour into glasses or mason jars. Enjoy right away or store in the fridge for later!
Start your morning off with this thick and creamy Healthy Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie! Packed with protein and easily made with wholesome ingredients in just 5 minutes to keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.

Tips and Variations

  • For a thicker smoothie: Use frozen bananas instead of a fresh bananas for a thicker smoothie or you could even add in a handful of ice cubes to thicken or even frozen cauliflower for an extra boost of nutrition and hidden veggies!
  • Add protein powder: Boost the protein content even more by adding a scoop of your favorite protein powder such as whey protein powder or plant-based protein powder.
  • Sweeten naturally: If you like a sweeter smoothie, add a little honey or maple syrup to taste. You could also add in more peanut butter for a peanut butter smoothie version.
  • Vegan option: Make a vegan smoothie by using plant-based yogurt and plant-based milk or soy milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Boost with greens: Sneaking in a handful of spinach or kale for a green smoothie is a great way to add extra nutrients without altering the flavor.
  • Optional mix-ins: Try adding in some chia seeds, hemp seeds or even some fresh berries.

Prepping and Storage

To Store: This creamy banana oatmeal smoothie will last in your fridge in a sealed mason jar for about 2 to 3 days. For the best taste and smoother texture, I do recommend consuming this within 24 hours as the banana can start to brown and get mushy.

To Freeze: If you want this smoothie to last longer, you can freeze it for up to 1 month. Simply blend it, pour into a freezer-safe container and thaw when needed. I also like to freeze smaller portions into ice cube trays for the littles!

Start your morning off with this thick and creamy Healthy Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie! Packed with protein and easily made with wholesome ingredients in just 5 minutes to keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.

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Start your morning off with this thick and creamy Healthy Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie! Packed with protein and easily made with wholesome ingredients in just 5 minutes to keep you feeling full and satisfied all morning long.
Course Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword Banana Oat Breakfast Smoothie
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 213kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 banana fresh or frozen
  • 1 Tbsp flaxseed meal
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 1 Tbsp peanut butter plus more for drizzling on top
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Add to blender: Add your oats, banana, Greek yogurt, flaxseed meal, milk, vanilla cinnamon, and a little bit of peanut butter to a powerful blender or food processor.
  • Blend ingredients: Blend everything until you get a creamy, smooth consistency. Feel free to add more milk if you prefer a thinner smoothie or a handful of ice for a thicker smoothie. Taste and adjust any ingredients as-needed for more flavor.
  • Serve and enjoy: Pour into glasses or mason jars. Enjoy right away or store in the fridge for later!

Nutrition

Serving: 1/2 of recipe | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 28.8g | Protein: 11.3g | Fat: 6.9g | Saturated Fat: 0.6g | Sodium: 64.7mg | Fiber: 5.1g | Sugar: 8.3g

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Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap

The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.

The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.

The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.
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If you like a spicy tuna sushi roll, then you are going to LOVE this recipe! These Spicy Tuna Avocado Wraps have been a staple lunch in my life for years. Protein-packed chunk light tuna with creamy avocado, spicy sriracha and some added zip from the dijon mustard pair perfectly with the crunchy veggies. Not only does this recipe make a delicious tortilla wrap for lunch, but I love enjoying this spicy tuna straight out of the bowl with crackers or celery! So much flavor and super easy to make in just 5 minutes.

Why You’ll Love This

  • High Protein – The perfect healthy lunch packed with fiber and 23 grams of protein per serving!
  • Healthier Take – Creamy avocado makes a great alternative for mayo in these tuna wraps and we are loading it with fresh veggies for a boost of nutrition and healthy fats.
  • Quick and Easy – This entire meal easily comes together in just 5 minutes with some minimal chopping and prep.
  • Flavor and Texture – You’ll love how incredibly flavorful these spicy tuna wraps are with a good crunch from the raw veggies.
The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • tuna – I like to use Albacore tuna because you get bigger chunks of meat that aren’t mushy. You could also use canned salmon if you prefer.
  • avocado – you’ll want one ripe avocado to add creaminess and healthy fats as a substitute for mayo that is typically used.
  • sriracha – kicks up the heat and spice in these tuna wraps. If sriracha has too much heat for you, feel free to cut the amount of sriracha in half or use something with less spice.
  • dijon mustard – adds some zip and creaminess to the tuna mixture.
  • veggies – combination of crunchy celery, red onion and green onions go into the tuna mixture and I thinly sliced cucumber, red bell pepper and carrots for added veggies in the wraps.
  • cilantro – perfect addition to these wraps and adds a nice fresh flavor and pop of color. If you aren’t a fan of cilantro, add in some other fresh herbs such as fresh parsley or fresh basil.
  • salt and pepper – pinch of salt and black pepper to enhance all these flavors.
  • lettuce – crisp and refreshing in the wrap.
  • tortillas – you’ll want to use any 8-inch tortillas you’d like including gluten or grain free tortillas. I like to use the whole wheat carb balance tortillas to keep the carbs lower.
The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.
The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.

How to Make Spicy Tuna Wraps

  1. Chop veggies. Chop the celery, red onion, green onion and cilantro to mix with the tuna. Thinly slice the cucumber, red bell pepper and carrots into matchsticks to add into the wraps.
  2. Make spicy tuna. In a small bowl, mash together the tuna and avocado, until combined. Stir in the sriracha, dijon mustard, celery, red onion, green onions, cilantro and salt and pepper, mixing well.
  3. Assemble wraps. To assemble wraps, top each tortilla with leafy greens, sliced veggies and divide the spicy tuna mixture evenly among the wraps. Tightly roll up the tortillas. Slice and enjoy!
The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.

Customize Your Wraps

  • Choose your protein – we are using canned tuna fish in this recipe, but feel free to swap out the tuna for canned salmon or shredded chicken (or rotisserie chicken).
  • Add in more veggies – feel free to add in some extra veggies or even more fresh herbs in these spicy sriracha tuna wraps.
  • Swap out the avocado – we are using avocado in place of mayo to add creaminess and healthy fats, but feel free to simply use mayonnaise (I like this mayo) or even Greek yogurt, if you prefer.
  • Add extra heat – if you love spice like I do, feel free to add another tbsp sriracha sauce or other hot sauce.

How to Serve Spicy Tuna

  • Wrap (or lettuce wrap) – roll in a flour tortilla or even a lettuce wrap for the perfect protein-packed lunch.
  • Sandwich – layer this on slices of whole wheat bread with some lettuce leaves and tomato slices.
  • Leafy green salad – top it on a bed of leafy greens like romaine lettuce, spinach leaves or arugula for the ultimate tuna salad.
  • Make a bowl – serve over brown rice and fresh chopped cucumber with additional sriracha or hot sauce for a delicious high protein bowl.
  • Dip – serve it up with some crackers, chips or celery for a delicious snack.
The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.

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How to Store Spicy Tuna Wraps

As you know, avocados tend to brown really easily so how you store this spicy tuna salad is important. If stored properly, these tuna wraps can last 2 to 4 days in the fridge.

  • I recommend pressing a piece of plastic wrap over the tuna salad first so that the plastic wrap is touching the salad. This helps keep any oxygen out, which is what causes the avocado to brown. Then you can store in a sealed, airtight container in the fridge and assemble the wraps when ready to enjoy.
  • You could also squeeze a little bit of lime juice or fresh lemon juice to help prevent the avocado from browning and which will add a little extra flavor to the tuna as well.

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The BEST Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap made with canned tuna, sriracha, crisp veggies and avocado that easily comes together in just 5 minutes! Delicious high-protein snack with crackers or served in a wrap for a healthy lunch.
Course lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Spicy Tuna Avocado Wrap
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 229kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 (5 oz) cans Albacore tuna drained
  • 1 avocado
  • 2 Tbsp sriracha
  • 1 Tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp celery finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp red onion finely chopped
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 heaping cups leafy green lettuce
  • 1 cup raw veggies thinly sliced into matchsticks cucumber, red bell pepper and carrots
  • 4 (8 inch) whole wheat tortillas

Instructions

  • Chop veggies. Chop the celery, red onion, green onion and cilantro to mix with the tuna. Thinly slice the cucumber, red bell pepper and carrots into matchsticks to add into the wraps.
  • Make spicy tuna. In a small bowl, mash together the tuna and avocado, until combined. Stir in the sriracha, dijon mustard, celery, red onion, green onions, cilantro and salt and pepper, mixing well.
  • Assemble wraps. To assemble wraps, top each tortilla with leafy greens, sliced veggies and divide the spicy tuna mixture evenly among the wraps. Tightly roll up the tortillas. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1wrap | Calories: 229kcal | Carbohydrates: 25.5g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 9.7g | Saturated Fat: 2.4g | Cholesterol: 37.5mg | Sodium: 816.6mg | Fiber: 17.1g | Sugar: 2.3g

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Healthy Banana Bran Muffins

These Healthy Banana Bran Muffins are moist, fluffy, and made healthier with wholesome oat bran cereal, bananas and zero butter or added sugar. Delicious quick on-the-go morning breakfast!

These Healthy Banana Bran Muffins are moist, fluffy, and made healthier with wholesome oat bran cereal, bananas and zero butter or added sugar. Delicious quick on-the-go morning breakfast!

These Healthy Banana Bran Muffins are moist, fluffy, and made healthier with wholesome oat bran cereal, bananas and zero butter or added sugar.  Delicious quick on-the-go morning breakfast!
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Is there anything better than warm, cozy banana bread?? Well this wholesome banana bran muffin recipe really hits the spot! Moist, fluffy, and the perfect easy breakfast. Made healthier with nutritious oat bran cereal, oat flour and naturally sweetened with banana, cane sugar and maple syrup. Next time, I plan to mix in some chocolate chips or chopped nuts into these moist banana bran muffins for even more flavor and texture. I am certain the whole family will love these!

Why You’ll Love These

  • These healthy banana bran muffins are moist, naturally sweetened and the perfect make ahead healthy breakfast or snack!
  • This is a great recipe to use up those spotty bananas sitting in your kitchen.
  • Wholesome snack and good source of dietary fiber that your kids will love.
  • I like to make them in batches for meal prep and freeze for school lunches or easy snacks.
These Healthy Banana Bran Muffins are moist, fluffy, and made healthier with wholesome oat bran cereal, bananas and zero butter or added sugar.  Delicious quick on-the-go morning breakfast!

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • bananas – make sure to use overripe bananas to get the most natural sweetness out of them. Perfect way to use up those bananas in your kitchen!
  • eggs – gives these muffins their structure and height.
  • coconut oil – I used a little bit of melted coconut oil to help keep these muffins moist. If you don’t have coconut oil, feel free to use Greek yogurt or unsweetened applesauce.
  • oat flour – this helps make the muffins light and fluffy and pairs perfectly with the oat bran. If you don’t have oat flour, you can easily make your own (see notes below). You could also use whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour.
  • oat bran oat bran adds lots of fiber and protein to these muffins along with a nice oaty taste and texture. You could also use wheat bran for whole grain muffins.
  • baking soda – this acts as a leavening agent to help these muffins rise.
  • milk – you’ll need 1/4 cup of milk and any type of milk will work in this banana muffin recipe.
  • sweetener – I used a combination of maple syrup and cane sugar to naturally sweeten the muffins without using refined sugar. You could also use honey, white sugar or brown sugar.
  • vanilla – you’ll need one teaspoon vanilla extract to give these muffins a boost of flavor!
  • cinnamon + salt – boosts of flavor. You could also add a little nutmeg or allspice for even more warm flavors.

How to Make Healthy Bran Muffins

  1. Preheat oven. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and spray a muffin pan with nonstick spray or use cupcake liners.
  2. Mash bananas. Using a fork or potato masher, mash the bananas in a medium bowl until you get the desired consistency.
  3. Mix ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, mix together the oat flour, oat bran, cane sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt, then set aside flour mixture. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, mashed bananas, milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla, mixing until all combined.
  4. Make the batter. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix the batter. This is when you can fold in any mix-ins you’d like such as chocolate chips or chopped nuts into the wet mixture. 
  5. Prepare muffin tins. Generously coat a muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray (or use paper liners) and divide the batter evenly between 12 muffin cups. Make sure to fill each cup almost all the way full. 
  6. Bake the muffins. Bake muffins in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.  Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
These Healthy Banana Bran Muffins are moist, fluffy, and made healthier with wholesome oat bran cereal, bananas and zero butter or added sugar.  Delicious quick on-the-go morning breakfast!

How to Make Oat Flour

To make your own oat flour, take rolled oats (or instant oats) and blend them in your food processor or blender for about 60 seconds. They will resemble a fine, powdery flour which is what we want! You can also buy your own oat flour at the grocery store, but this method saves money and the flour will last up to three months in your pantry. The ratio for oat flour is one cup of oats = one cup of oat flour, so it’s pretty easy to measure out.

Variations and Substitutions

  • Make sure to use over-ripe bananas with brown spots for the sweetest flavor!
  • Don’t over mix the batter. This results in a super dense, dry muffin which we don’t want.  We are going for fluffy and soft!
  • Feel free to sub the oat flour with whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour. I don’t recommend using almond flour or coconut flour in this recipe. Everyone has different preferences.
  • You can easily swap out the melted coconut oil for olive oil, unsweetened applesauce or plain Greek yogurt in this healthy bran muffin recipe. You could also add in extra mashed banana.
  • Mix in other fun additions like chopped walnuts or pecans, raisins, chocolate chips, cacao nibs, coconut flakes, chia seeds, dried fruit or fresh berries on top of each muffin.
  • For chocolate banana bran muffins, simply add in 1/3 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder and only use 1 cup of oat flour.
These Healthy Banana Bran Muffins are moist, fluffy, and made healthier with wholesome oat bran cereal, bananas and zero butter or added sugar.  Delicious quick on-the-go morning breakfast!

Prepping and Storage

To Store: You can keep these banana muffins stored in a sealed, airtight container or wrapped in aluminum foil on the counter at room temp for up to 3 to 4 days, but make sure to refrigerate after that to keep them longer.  These muffins will last up to a week in the fridge in a sealed container.

To Freeze: These healthy muffins freeze really well too!  You can either wrap the muffins individually in plastic wrap or store them all together in a freezer bag.  When ready to eat, just pop them in the microwave for 30 to 40 seconds or simply thaw out at room temperature for a nutritious breakfast.  These will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months!

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Healthy Banana Bran Muffins

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These Healthy Banana Bran Muffins are moist, fluffy, and made healthier with wholesome oat bran cereal, bananas and zero butter or added sugar.  Delicious quick on-the-go morning breakfast!
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword Healthy Banana Bran Muffins
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 136kcal

Ingredients

dry ingredients:

wet ingredients:

  • 1 cup mashed banana about 2 bananas
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil (or applesauce)
  • 1/4 cup milk of choice
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the oat flour, oat bran, cane sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt, set aside. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, eggs, maple syrup, milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla, mixing until all combined.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix the batter. (This is when you can fold in any mix-ins you’d like such as chocolate chips or chopped nuts into the wet mixture.)
  • Generously coat a muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray (or use paper liners) and divide the batter evenly between 12 muffin cups. Make sure to fill each cup almost all the way full. 
  • Bake muffins in the oven at 325 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.  Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 24.8g | Protein: 5.3g | Fat: 2.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.6g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 168.7mg | Fiber: 3.7g | Sugar: 7g

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The BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies

The absolute BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies that are fudgy, moist and delicious! Made healthier with zero refined sugar, protein-packed black beans, and Greek yogurt!

The absolute BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies that are fudgy, moist and delicious! Made healthier with zero refined sugar, protein-packed black beans, and Greek yogurt!

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Have you ever had the perfect brownie? Well let me tell you, these brownies check ALL the boxes. Fudgy texture, crisp edges and delicious chocolate flavor make these the best brownies. You would never believe they are actually healthy! Packed with protein and made with zero refined sugar or oil, this flourless brownie recipe is secretly made with black beans! I promise, you can’t even taste them. Great for those nights when your sweet tooth has a chocolate craving. The hardest part is not eating them right out of the baking dish! Why even have regular brownies again?

Why You’ll Love This

  • These flourless fudgy brownies are packed with 4 grams of protein per brownie.
  • Made healthier than traditional brownies with black beans, Greek yogurt and zero butter, oil or refined sugar.
  • A simple recipe easily made with just a few pantry staples right in a blender or food processor for easy clean-up.
  • These brownies are made without flour so they are gluten-free and high in protein.
  • Easily customizable with fun mix-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, shredded coconut or swirl in some creamy peanut butter!
The absolute BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies that are fudgy, moist and delicious!  Made healthier with zero refined sugar, protein-packed black beans, and Greek yogurt!

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • black beans – these are the hidden star of these brownies and are a great source of protein and fiber. The best part is, you can’t even taste them!
  • eggs – you’ll need 3 large eggs. Adds additional protein and gives these brownies their structure and height.
  • greek yogurt – this takes the place of oil in these brownies while keeping them nice and moist, but you could use melted coconut oil as well.
  • cocoa powder – gives these brownies their chocolatey flavor!  Just make sure to use Dutch processed, natural cocoa powder. You could also add a little espresso powder to enhance that rich chocolate taste!
  • baking powder – acts as a leavening agent to help these brownies rise, you can also use baking soda.
  • coconut sugar coconut sugar naturally sweetens these brownies without using any refined sugars, but cane sugar, white sugar, brown sugar or any type of granulated sugar will work. I haven’t tested this using maple syrup or honey, but it should work just fine as well.
  • vanilla extract – you’ll need 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for an extra boost of flavor.
  • chocolate chips – I used Lily’s which are gluten free chocolate chips and sweetened with stevia making the sugar content really low. You could also use Lily’s dark chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips.
  • salt – all you need is a pinch of kosher salt or sea salt to bring all these flavors together.

How to Make Flourless Chocolate Brownies

You can make this easy recipe in just 3 simple steps!

  1. Make the batter. In a food processor or high speed blender, pulse black beans until mashed. Next add the eggs, yogurt, unsweetened cocoa powder, coconut sugar, vanilla, baking powder and salt, processing the chocolate mixture until smooth.
  2. Bake brownies. Mix in the chocolate chips and pour brownie batter into a greased cast iron skillet or 8×8 prepared pan (square baking dish) lined with parchment paper. Bake brownies for 30 to 35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  3. Cool and serve. Let the brownies cool completely in the baking pan before slicing. I highly recommend serving with ice cream on top!

For best results, I recommend using a food processor or high powered blender rather than an electric mixer or electric whisk. We want that brownie batter nice and smooth. I’ve made this recipe over 20 times and it comes out perfect every single time!

The absolute BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies that are fudgy, moist and delicious!  Made healthier with zero refined sugar, protein-packed black beans, and Greek yogurt!
The absolute BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies that are fudgy, moist and delicious!  Made healthier with zero refined sugar, protein-packed black beans, and Greek yogurt!
The absolute BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies that are fudgy, moist and delicious!  Made healthier with zero refined sugar, protein-packed black beans, and Greek yogurt!
The absolute BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies that are fudgy, moist and delicious!  Made healthier with zero refined sugar, protein-packed black beans, and Greek yogurt!

Tips and Substitutions

  • Gooey brownies – for more gooey brownies, check to see if the edges are crisping up and take the brownies out of the oven around the 25 minute mark. Perfect chewy texture!
  • Cakey brownies – for more cake-like brownies, leave the brownies in a bit longer until 35 minutes is up. I might need to make a flourless chocolate cake next!
  • Gluten-free brownies – these brownies are made with gluten-free ingredients so no substitutes needed. Your gluten-free friends will thank you!
  • Vegan brownies – these brownies use whole eggs, but feel free to substitute with 3 flax eggs (1 tablespoon flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water for each egg). Easy egg substitute!
  • Skillet or pan – you can bake these healthy flourless brownies either way! Using an 8×8 square pan makes them easier to slice into 16 perfect squares, but the skillet is a fun way to serve a crowd with some ice cream on top.
  • Drizzle with chocolate – melt chocolate chips or chopped chocolate in a small bowl in the microwave in 30 second intervals or saucepan on low heat and whisk until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the baked brownies!
  • Additional mix-ins – feel free to stir in some chopped nuts, creamy peanut butter or extra chocolate chips for more intense chocolate flavor.

Prepping and Storage

To Store: You can keep these fudgy flourless brownies stored in a sealed, airtight container or wrapped in aluminum foil at room temp on the counter for up to 4 to 5 days, but make sure to refrigerate after that to keep them longer.  These brownies will last up to a week in the fridge in a sealed container.

To Freeze: These brownies freeze really well too!  Make sure to let the them cool completely then store them in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.  When ready to eat, simply thaw out at room temperature and enjoy.

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The absolute BEST Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies that are fudgy, moist and delicious! Made healthier with zero refined sugar, protein-packed black beans, and Greek yogurt!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Flourless Chocolate Chip Brownies
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 88kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, no salt added drained and rinsed
  • 3 eggs
  • 3 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup coconut sugar or other granulated sweetener
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup chocolate chips I used Lily’s

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a food processor or high powered blender, pulse beans until mashed then add eggs, yogurt, cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla, baking powder and salt, processing until smooth.
  • Mix in chocolate chips and pour brownie mix into a greased skillet or 8×8 baking pan. Bake brownies for 30 to 35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing. I highly recommend serving with ice cream on top!

Nutrition

Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.3g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2.4g | Saturated Fat: 1.1g | Cholesterol: 39.7mg | Sodium: 78.4mg | Fiber: 3.2g | Sugar: 7g

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High Protein French Onion Dip

Delicious High Protein French Onion Dip made healthier with protein-packed cottage cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs for the perfect dip to serve with chips, veggies and crackers!

Delicious High Protein French Onion Dip made healthier with protein-packed cottage cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs for the perfect dip to serve with chips, veggies and crackers!

Delicious High Protein French Onion Dip made healthier with protein-packed cottage cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs for the perfect dip to serve with chips, veggies and crackers!
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It’s almost time for the Super Bowl and one of our favorite game day (or ANY day) snacks is french onion dip! This protein-packed dip is full of flavor, but with a healthy twist! Typical french onion dip recipes call for sour cream or cream cheese and boring store-bought onion soup mix packets. We are using cottage cheese and Greek yogurt in place of sour cream and caramelizing fresh chopped onions for maximum flavor!

Why You’ll Love This

  • This french onion dip is rich, creamy and packed with over 12 grams of protein per serving!
  • Taking the time to caramelize the onions is a total game changer in this recipe (trust me, it’s worth the extra time!)
  • The ingredients all come together right in your blender for the most creamy and delicious whipped dip.
  • Much healthier than most dips out there and also tastes delicious on sandwiches, wraps, pasta salads or even salads!
Delicious High Protein French Onion Dip made healthier with protein-packed cottage cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs for the perfect dip to serve with chips, veggies and crackers!

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • cottage cheese – this serves as the base of the dip and packs in so much protein! I used whole milk cottage cheese.
  • Greek yogurt – this adds a creamy texture and even more protein, but you could also use full-fat sour cream or mayonnaise in place of the yogurt.
  • butter – this is used to caramelize the onions, but you could also use olive oil in place of butter.
  • onions – you’ll need 2 large sweet white onions or 3 to 4 small to medium yellow onions.
  • white wine vinegar – this is used to deglaze the pan while the onions are cooking and loosen up all those delicious browned bits from the bottom of the pan!
  • beef base – this adds flavor and beautiful coloring to this dip (I used Better than Bouillon beef base).
  • Worcestershire sauce – adds some umami flavor and richness to this dip.
  • fresh herbs – I mixed fresh parsley into the dip and sprinkled fresh chives on top at the end.
  • spices – a combination of onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt and black pepper. You could also make this spicy by adding in some cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.

How to Make French Onion Dip

  1. Caramelize the onions. In medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onions and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook onions, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes until softened. Add salt and pepper, to taste, and continue cooking the onions for 20 to 25 minutes, making sure to stir occasionally, until onions are a deep golden brown and very caramelized. Add the white wine vinegar and continue to cook 5 more minutes, then remove from heat.
  2. Blend the ingredients. In a blender or food processor, add in the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, beef base, Worcestershire, onion powder, salt and pepper and blend on high until fully mixed and super creamy.
  3. Add in the onions and parsley. Transfer the cottage cheese mixture to a serving bowl and fold in the caramelized onions and fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with chives on top or you can cover and chill in the fridge until serving.
Delicious High Protein French Onion Dip made healthier with protein-packed cottage cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs for the perfect dip to serve with chips, veggies and crackers!

Ways to Use This Dip

  • Dipping – serve alongside plain potato chips and crackers or slices of celery, cucumbers, bell peppers, or carrot sticks.
  • Sandwich spread – this french onion dip would taste amazing spread over sandwiches, burgers or wraps.
  • Salad dressing – add a little olive oil and drizzle this dip over your favorite salad.
  • Tossed with pasta – this might be another favorite way to enjoy this dip, tossed with warm pasta (or zucchini noodles!) with tomatoes and other veggies.

Prepping and Storage

This caramelized french onion dip recipe keeps well in the fridge for 5 days, in a sealed, airtight container.  In fact, this leftover dip only gets more flavorful as the flavors meld, so you can easily bring it out for a great snack for several days.  I highly recommend making a double batch of this recipe ahead of time as this is a huge crowdpleaser and I promise this dip will go quickly!

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Delicious High Protein French Onion Dip made healthier with protein-packed cottage cheese, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs for the perfect dip to serve with chips, veggies and crackers!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Caramelized French Onion Dip
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 137kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
  • 2 large sweet white onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream or mayo)
  • 2 teaspoons beef base
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon each onion powder and garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
  • Sprinkle chives on top

Instructions

  • In medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onions and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook onions, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes until softened. Add salt and pepper, to taste, and continue cooking the onions for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are a deep golden brown and very caramelized.
  • Add white wine vinegar and continue to cook 5 more minutes, then remove onions from heat.
  • In a blender or food processor, add in the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, beef base, Worcestershire, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper and blend on high until fully mixed and super creamy.
  • Transfer the cottage cheese mixture to a serving bowl and fold in the caramelized onions and fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately with chives on top or you can cover and chill in the fridge until serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6th of recipe | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.5g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 5.8g | Saturated Fat: 3.2g | Cholesterol: 18.3mg | Sodium: 477.2mg | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 6g

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Easy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

Easy and delicious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup loaded with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and leafy greens all simmered in the most flavorful broth! Easily made in one pot for a cozy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!

This Easy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe is loaded with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and leafy greens all simmered in the most flavorful broth! Easily made in one pot for a cozy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!

Easy and delicious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup loaded with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and leafy greens all simmered in the most flavorful broth! Easily made in one pot for a cozy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
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Hello soup season! There is nothing better than a cozy soup on a chilly day and this lemony chicken orzo soup recipe checks all the boxes! Healthy, flavorful and I just love how the orzo soaks up all this delicious lemony herby flavor so leftovers taste even better the next day. Think classic chicken noodle soup, but with a twist! This is a great recipe the whole family loves and it always hits the spot whenever someone has a cold or is feeling under the weather.

Why You’ll Love This

  • Bright lemony broth that makes this soup so cozy!
  • Healthy, packed with veggies, tender orzo pasta and shredded chicken.
  • Easily made in just 30 minutes.
  • You only need to use one pot which makes cleaning up a breeze.
  • Great for meal prep because leftover soup tastes better the next day!
Easy and delicious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup loaded with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and leafy greens all simmered in the most flavorful broth! Easily made in one pot for a cozy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • onion, carrots and celery – makes the perfect savory base for soups.
  • olive oil – I like to use a good extra virgin olive oil that doesn’t have to be expensive, just make sure it’s cold-pressed and organic for the most flavor (in my opinion). You could also use melted butter in place of the oil if you prefer.
  • garlic – fresh minced garlic this really punches up the flavor and is a must in this soup!
  • chicken broth – I used low-sodium chicken broth, but you could also use vegetable broth or any stocks you have in your pantry.
  • chicken – I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts that cook right in the soup, but skinless chicken thighs would work as well. You could also use shredded rotisserie chicken or any leftover chicken or turkey you may have on hand to save some time.
  • orzo – orzo pasta is small, rice-shaped pasta that cooks quickly and has the magical ability of soaking up all these delicious flavors! If you don’t have orzo, any type of small pasta or even rice will work in this dish.
  • leafy greens – I added in kale which packs in the antioxidants, vitamin C and other nutrients good for your health along with some fresh parsley. Fresh spinach makes a great addition as well.
  • fresh lemon juice + zest – this brightens up the soup and adds so much fresh flavor.
  • seasonings – combination of dried oregano, dried thyme, bay leaves, salt and black pepper. Italian seasoning works great too.

How to Make Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

The great thing about this lemon chicken soup is that everything comes together in just 30 minutes in just a few simple steps!  Here’s how I make it:

  • Sauté the veggies.  Heat olive oil in a large dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat and sauté yellow onion, celery and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes. Then add in the garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Let the soup simmer.  Stir in the chicken broth, chicken and seasonings and bring to a boil. Turn down the heat, cover and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
  • Add in the orzo. Add in the orzo and cook for an additional 10 minutes on medium heat, until the orzo is al dente and chicken is tender enough to shred.
  • Mix in kale and lemon.  Remove the chicken and cut it up or shred it, return it back into the pot along with the lemon juice, lemon zest and kale leaves (or baby spinach leaves). Give everything a good mix. 
  • Serve and enjoy! Ladle soup into bowls, top with fresh parsley, a little parmesan cheese and season with additional salt and pepper, as needed. Serve with crusty bread and enjoy!
Easy and delicious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup loaded with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and leafy greens all simmered in the most flavorful broth! Easily made in one pot for a cozy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!

Prepping and Storage

To Store:  Leftover lemon chicken orzo soup will last in your fridge in a sealed, airtight container for up to 5 days.  You may find that the orzo will soak up a lot of the broth as the soup sits, but you can easily add more broth as needed when re-heating.

To Freeze:  If planning to freeze, first let the soup cool completely and then store it in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 3 months.  When ready to enjoy, let the soup thaw completely in the fridge.  Warm it up in a pot on the stove or re-heat individual servings in the microwave.

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Easy and delicious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup loaded with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and leafy greens all simmered in the most flavorful broth! Easily made in one pot for a cozy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!

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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

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Easy and delicious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup loaded with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and leafy greens all simmered in the most flavorful broth! Easily made in one pot for a cozy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 232kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 cup carrots chopped
  • 1 cup celery chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1.5 lbs uncooked chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp each oregano + thyme
  • 1 tsp each salt + pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 4 cups kale leaves roughly chopped

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or soup pot over medium-high heat and sauté onion, celery and carrots until softened, about 5 minutes. Then add in the garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the chicken broth, chicken and seasonings and bring to a boil. Turn down the heat, cover and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Add in the orzo and cook for an additional 10 minutes, until the orzo is al dente and chicken is tender enough to shred.
  • Remove the chicken and cut it up or shred it, return it back into the soup along with the lemon juice, lemon zest and kale leaves. Give the soup a good stir, season with additional salt and pepper, as needed, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 16th of recipe | Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.5g | Protein: 28.2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1.1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 466.4mg | Fiber: 1.8g | Sugar: 2.9g

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Easy Turkey Meatballs

These Easy Turkey Meatballs are tender, juicy and packed with flavor! Made with just a few simple ingredients in under 30 minutes, these baked homemade meatballs can be added to any favorite dish!

These Easy Turkey Meatballs are tender, juicy and packed with flavor!  Made with just a few simple ingredients in under 30 minutes, these baked homemade meatballs can be added to any favorite dish!
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If you follow my recipes then you know I love to make meatballs! Everything from buffalo chicken meatballs and Asian glazed meatballs to a whole cheesy meatball casserole! The great thing about these easy turkey meatballs is that they are just so versatile. They can be added to a variety of dished and pair well with so many different sauces!

Why You’ll Love This

  • Made with simple ingredients that pack a ton of flavor!
  • These meatballs are baked and not fried.
  • Only take 30 minutes to make with easy cleanup.
  • We are using ground turkey in this recipe which is much leaner than beef.
  • Super versatile and can be added to several different dishes!
These Easy Turkey Meatballs are tender, juicy and packed with flavor!  Made with just a few simple ingredients in under 30 minutes, these baked homemade meatballs can be added to any favorite dish!

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • ground turkey – I used lean ground turkey for these meatballs because it’s low in fat and calories while being a great source of protein,  but you could also make these using ground chicken, ground beef, ground pork or even Italian sausage.
  • egg – acts as a binder to hold all the ingredients together.
  • breadcrumbs – I used Italian bread crumbs to help bind the meatballs to keep their round shape and hold moisture, but feel free use gluten-free bread crumbs, panko breadcrumbs or almond flour if low carb.
  • parmesan cheese – freshly grated parmesan cheese adds even more flavor!
  • onion – I grated half a medium yellow onion, but you could also use one teaspoon onion powder.  You could also finely chop the onion rather than grating if you prefer.
  • garlic – adds a flavor boost to the meatballs and fresh minced garlic is always best!  If you don’t have fresh garlic cloves, feel free to use a 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • Worcestershire sauce – I love the sweet, tangy flavor this adds to these meatballs! You could also use soy sauce or tamari.
  • parsley – I love adding in fresh herbs for earthiness and pop of color, but you could also add in some fresh basil, rosemary or thyme.
  • seasonings – a combination of Italian seasoning, salt and black pepper.

How to Make Turkey Meatballs

  1. Make the meatballs.  In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning and salt/pepper until all combined. 
  2. Shape into balls. Using a small to medium cookie scoop (I use this 1.2 tablespoon size scoop), make 1-inch sized balls from the mixture and place on a prepared baking sheet sprayed with non-stick spray or parchment paper (you should get about 30 meatballs). The cookie scoop helps make sure the meatballs are all uniform in size.
  3. Bake.  Pop the meatballs in the oven at 400 degrees F and bake for about 16 to 20 minutes, until lightly browned and cooked through. Meatballs should have an internal temp of 165 degrees F when inserting a meat thermometer.
These Easy Turkey Meatballs are tender, juicy and packed with flavor!  Made with just a few simple ingredients in under 30 minutes, these baked homemade meatballs can be added to any favorite dish!

How to Serve Turkey Meatballs

Prepping and Storage

To Prep: These meatballs can easily be prepped ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator tightly covered for 2 or 3 days before baking.  Then when you’re ready to bake, pop them in the oven and make the sauce on the stove as directed.  You can also easily prep the sauce ahead of time too!  Just reheat in a saucepan right before tossing with the meatballs.

To Store: If you’re planning on storing these meatballs for later, let them cool completely then store then in a sealed, airtight container in your fridge for up to 3 to 4 days. The sauce itself will last up to two weeks in your fridge or you could freeze the sauce separately for up to 3 months in a sealed, airtight container.

To Freeze: These meatballs are freezer-friendly too and will last for up to 3 to 4 months frozen.  To reheat, simply thaw the meatballs out in the fridge and place them in a skillet on low heat, stirring often, until warmed through.  You could also reheat them in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.

These Easy Turkey Meatballs are tender, juicy and packed with flavor!  Made with just a few simple ingredients in under 30 minutes, these baked homemade meatballs can be added to any favorite dish!

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Easy Turkey Meatballs

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These Easy Turkey Meatballs are tender, juicy and packed with flavor! Made with just a few simple ingredients in under 30 minutes, these baked homemade meatballs can be added to any favorite dish!
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Healthy Turkey Meatballs
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 15
Calories 66kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup grated yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/3 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon each salt + pepper

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning and salt/pepper until all combined. 
  • Using a small to medium cookie scoop, make 1-inch sized balls from the mixture and place on a prepared baking sheet sprayed with non-stick spray or parchment paper (you should get about 30 meatballs). The cookie scoop helps make sure the meatballs are all uniform in size.
  • Pop the meatballs in the oven at 400 degrees F and bake for about 16 to 20 minutes, until lightly browned and cooked through. Meatballs should have an internal temp of 165 degrees F when inserting a meat thermometer.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballs | Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.2g | Protein: 7.2g | Fat: 3.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.9g | Cholesterol: 34.4mg | Sodium: 87.9mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g

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