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Turkey Chorizo Meatballs

Spiced turkey meatballs seasoned with chorizo-like spices and baked until juicy. Almond flour and Greek yogurt help bind and keep them moist.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 poundslean ground turkey
  • 1/2 cupalmond flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cupplain greek yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoonsmoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoonschili powder
  • 2 teaspoonsground cumin
  • 1 teaspooncoriander
  • 1 teaspoononion powder
  • 2 teaspoonsgranulated garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoonskosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoonground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspooncayenne pepperoptional

Instructions

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat (or use a rimmed baking sheet that will not stick).
  • In a large bowl add: 2 pounds lean ground turkey, 1/2 cup almond flour, 3 large eggs, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons chili powder, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 2 teaspoons granulated garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
  • Mix the ingredients with your hands or a sturdy spatula until evenly incorporated, taking care not to overwork the meat.
  • Using your hands, shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 20–22 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest 3–5 minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • Rimmed baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Large Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Instant-read thermometer

Notes

Notes
Do not overcook or the meatballs will be dry.