Ingredients
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Ingredients:
🔹 For the Meatballs:
- ½ lb ground turkey (or chicken)
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
🔹 For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
- 1 cup sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme
🔹 For the Salad:
- 2 cups arugula or mixed greens
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
🔹 For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp honey
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
Step by Step:
1️⃣ Roast the Sweet Potatoes:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and thyme.
- Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
2️⃣ Make the Meatballs:
- In a bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and oregano.
- Form into small meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.
3️⃣ Prepare the Salad:
- In a large bowl, toss arugula with red onion, feta cheese, and roasted sweet potatoes.
4️⃣ Make the Dressing:
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper.
5️⃣ Assemble & Serve:
- Add the cooked meatballs to the salad.
- Drizzle with dressing and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy this nutrient-rich, flavorful meal!
Notes
Cooking Note:
For extra crunch, add toasted walnuts or pumpkin seeds to the salad. Prefer a different cheese? Swap feta for goat cheese or Parmesan!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~520 (Per Serving)
- Protein: ~40g