Gluten Free Basil-Parsley Turkey Meatball Bites with Carrot

Total time45 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time25 min

Gluten Free Basil-Parsley Turkey Meatball Bites with Carrot

These turkey meatball bites pack a serious herb punch — fresh basil and parsley mixed right into the meat give every bite a bright, savory lift, while a touch of oregano rounds things out with warmth. The meatballs roast alongside golden, tender carrot rounds on a single sheet pan, so the whole batch comes together with minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. Olive oil keeps everything moist and helps the carrots caramelize at the edges while the meatballs turn golden and juicy inside. It's a simple, protein-packed bite that works equally well as a quick dinner or a make-ahead snack for the week. This one's a solid pick for a gluten free spread, easy to prep in bulk and just as good reheated as fresh off the pan.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the carrots

3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
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1 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp salt

For the meatballs

1 lb ground turkey
¼ cup quick oats
1 pasteurized egg, lightly beaten
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Toss the carrot rounds with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp salt directly on one half of the prepared baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer.

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