Meal Kit

Pesto Turkey Meatballs

with green beans

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 5 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 12 oz. Green Beans
  • 10 oz. Ground Turkey
  • 2 oz. Roasted Red Peppers
  • Info
    1 oz. Creme Fraiche
  • Info
    1 oz. Basil Pesto
  • Info
    ½ oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • Info
    ⅓ oz. Panko Breadcrumbs
  • 0.14 oz. Lemon Juice
  • ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
Contains: Sulfites
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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    430
  • Carbohydrates
    18g
  • Net Carbs
    12g
  • Fat
    25g
  • Protein
    34g
  • Sodium
    1260mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cooking Spray
  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
  • 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • If using ground beef, roast until meatballs reach minimum internal temperature, 20-25 minutes.

  • If using ground pork, roast until meatballs reach minimum internal temperature, 25-30 minutes.

  • If using Impossible burger, roast until meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 23-25 minutes.

  1. 1

    Form and Roast the Meatballs

    In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine ground turkey, panko, and garlic salt. Form mixture into eight equally-sized meatballs and place on prepared baking sheet.

    Roast in hot oven until meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 20-25 minutes.

    While meatballs roast, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Trim green beans, if necessary.

    Slice red peppers into thin strips.

  3. 3

    Cook the Green Beans

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.

    Add green beans and a pinch of salt to hot pan and stir occasionally, 1 minute.

    Add 1/4 cup water, cover, and cook until green beans are tender, 6-8 minutes.

    If green beans need more time, add 2 Tbsp. water, cover, and stir occasionally, 1-3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add the Red Peppers

    Add red peppers, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper to hot pan. Stir occasionally until combined and warmed through, 2-3 minutes.

    Remove from burner.

    While vegetables cook, continue recipe.

  5. 5

    Make Sauce and Finish Dish

    In a microwave-safe bowl, combine crème fraîche, pesto, and lemon juice.

    Microwave uncovered until melted and warmed through, 30-60 seconds.

    Carefully remove from microwave. Stir to combine.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping meatballs with sauce and garnishing green beans with cheese. Bon appétit!

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