2poundsground turkey meat (ground beef will work too!)
1tablespoonolive oil
3clovesof garlic, minced
2large eggs
3 1/2teaspoonsItalian seasoning
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste (I suggest starting with 1 and 1/4 teaspoons of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper)
2cupszucchini, finely grated and drained (it will look more like 1 cup once it's been drained of excess liquid; see post if you need more clarity on this)
1small red onion, grated
For the Sauce:
3tablespoonsolive oil
3clovesgarlic, minced
1(28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonblack pepper
1/2teaspoonsugar
2teaspoonsItalian seasoning
1/2teaspooncrushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
For the Meatballs:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees (F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
In a large bowl combine ground turkey meat, olive oil, minced garlic, eggs, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper, zucchini, and onion. Using your hands mix the meat mixture until the ingredients are evenly combined; the mixture should be very moist but still hold its shape when rolled into balls.
Scoop two tablespoon sized balls of meat from the mix, roll into a firm ball, and place on prepared baking sheet; repeat with remaining meat.
Place the baking sheet in the oven to bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they're evenly brown and cooked though.