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Grilled Turkey Meatballs

Grilled Turkey Meatballs


Yield: 8

Ethnicity: American
 
Meal Type: Main Course, Entrée
 
Preparation Method: Grill
 
Product Type: Turkey Sausage - Italian, Ground Turkey
 







1 Pound GROUND TURKEY BREAST
1 Pound HOT ITALIAN TURKEY SAUSAGE
1 Clove fresh garlic, minced
1 Tablespoon prepared pesto
1 Tablespoon sun-dried tomatoes, minced
1 Tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 Cup panko bread crumbs
1/2 Cup olive oil
1 Teaspoon salt
1/2 Teaspoon black pepper
 
  1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Portion into 4-ounce balls. Spray meatballs with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Set up a grill for both direct and indirect cooking. On the preheated grill, place meatballs over direct heat. Allow turkey meatballs to sear and become marked with grill marks.
  3. Transfer turkey meatballs to the indirect side of the grill. Close the grill cover and continue to cook for about 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.

Chef: Chef Philip Anderson, Director of Fresh Foods
Restaurant: Harris Teeter Supermarkets




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