Ingredients
Method
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear
- Combine quinoa and water or broth in a medium pot
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover
- Simmer until quinoa is tender and liquid is absorbed (about 15 minutes)
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and spread on a tray to cool
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, squeezed spinach, feta, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper
- Mix with clean hands or a spoon until evenly incorporated
- Shape mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
- Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned all over
- Continue cooking until meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Stir cooled quinoa with lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley and mint
- Portion quinoa and meatballs into meal-prep containers
- Add optional cucumbers and cherry tomatoes if desired
Notes
Protein: 32 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fat: 16 g
Fiber: 6 g
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 480 mg
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fat: 16 g
Fiber: 6 g
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 480 mg
