Greek Turkey Meatballs

 Food is one of my passions, but I've been trying to find a better relationship with it.  Healthy, nutritious and delicious are musts when I'm looking to satisfy my desire to eat.  I hope this recipe will be one you can add to your collection.  It would be perfect for Super Bowl Sunday! Enjoy....

Servings: 4 • Serving Size: 4 meatballs • Old Points: 5 pts • Points+: 6 pts
Calories: 254.7 • Fat: 11.2 g • Protein: 26.8 g • Carb: 13.4 g • Fiber: 3.7 g    


Ingredients:

• 1.25 lbs 93% lean ground turkey
• 1 cup zucchini, grated and liquid squeezed out
• 2 sliced whole wheat bread (I used Weight Watchers)
• 1/4 cup seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 2-3 cloves garlic, grated
• 1/4 red onion, grated
• 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped (less if using dry)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh spearmint, chopped
• kosher salt and fresh pepper
• about 1 tsp worth of olive oil cooking spray (I use my Misto)

Directions:
Wet bread with water, squeezing excess out. Tear into small pieces and place in a large bowl. Combine with turkey, egg, zucchini, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, mint, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper.


Using a 1/4 cup measure, form each meatball 1/4 cup in size. For best results, refrigerate before cooking to help hold their shape.  

In a pan: spray olive oil in a large nonstick frying pan and cook over low heat.  

On the grill: clean grill well before cooking and spray grate with oil. Cook on low until cooked through. Makes about 17 meatballs.