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Turkey Meatballs & Rice

Leaner than beef, just as good. 48g protein, $2.40/plate.

Turkey Meatballs & Rice
Total Time
30min
Per Serving
$2.40
Protein
48g
Calories
520cal

Nutrition Per Serving

5servings
520cal
Calories
48g
Protein
60g
Carbs
8g
Fat

Ingredients

Ground Turkey 93/71.5 lbs
White Rice2.5 cups dry
Breadcrumbs1/3 cup
Egg1 large
Garlic Powder1 tsp
Onion Powder1 tsp
Italian Seasoning1 tsp
Salt & Pepperto taste

Steps

Preheat oven to 400°F. Start rice on the stove.

1

Mix turkey + breadcrumbs + egg + seasonings. Roll into 20 balls.

2

Bake meatballs on a lined sheet pan 18-20 min.

20 min
3

Divide rice + meatballs into 5 containers.

4

Pro Tips

  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform meatballs. Same size = even cooking.
  • Freeze raw meatballs on a sheet pan, then bag them. Cook from frozen in 25 min.
  • Add marinara sauce for an Italian twist — still under 600 cal.

Cost Analysis

Per Serving
$2.40
Total Batch
$12.00
Per Day (3 meals)
$7.20
Per Month (est.)
$216
Prices based on US national averages (March 2026). Your local prices may vary.

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