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Easy Low Carb High Protein Meals for Busy Weeknights

Easy Low Carb High Protein Meals for Busy Weeknights
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Looking for quick, flavorful, and fitness-friendly meals? These Easy Low Carb High Protein Turkey Meatballs are exactly what you need! Juicy, cheesy, and packed with fresh basil and zucchini, they come together in just 20 minutes. Perfect for meal prep, weight loss goals, or a clean weeknight dinner that still feels indulgent.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (220 g) ground turkey

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

  • 2 tbsp zucchini, shredded

  • 2 tbsp mozzarella cheese, shredded

  • 1 tsp green pesto

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Mix: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, garlic, basil, zucchini, mozzarella, pesto, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined — don’t overwork the meat.

  • Shape: Form into small, walnut-sized meatballs.

  • Cook: Heat a nonstick skillet with a touch of oil over medium heat. Add meatballs, cover, and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).

  • Serve: Enjoy hot with a crisp salad, cauliflower rice, or zucchini noodles for a complete low-carb, high-protein meal.

Notes

  • Add a spoon of ricotta for extra tenderness.

  • Want a spicy kick? Mix in a pinch of red pepper flakes.

  • Double the batch — they reheat beautifully for meal prep!

Nutrition

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