Turkey and Cheesy Courgette Meatballs

For the turkey meatballs:

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, crushed

2tbsp vegetable oil

1 small courgette, grated

500g turkey mince

Breadcrumbs from 1 slice of brown bread 

1tsp paprika

 1tsp turmeric

1tsp cumin

1/2 tsp chilli flakes

1tsp garlic powder

1/4tsp ground black pepper

Pinch of salt

1 egg

40g grated cheddar cheese

For the tomato sauce:

1/2 onion, finely chopped

garlic cloves, crushed

tin of chopped tomatoes

2 tsp sugar

1 tsp oregano

Glug of olive oil

Gently fry the onions and garlic with vegetable oil

Meanwhile grate the courgette

In a large bowl mix together turkey mince,courgette and breadcrumbs 

Add all the spices and the garlic powder

Add the egg and the grated cheese, mix together

Add half of the sautéed onions and garlic, mix

Form the mixture into small balls and place on a baking tray

Heat the oil and fry the meat balls for 15 minutes, browning on all sides.

Whilst the turkey meatballs are cooking make some tomato sauce

Using the rest of the sautéed onions and garlic, add the chopped tomatoes.

Bring to a simmer

Add the sugar, oregano and a glug of olive oil

Serve the sauce with the turkey meatballs and a warm pitta.

Perfect for my Little Bird as it is a meal that can be ready within 30 minutes and I'm sneaking some vegetables in there too.

 

This post is an entry for BritMums’ Summer Turkey Recipe Challenge
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