Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato
Lean turkey meatballs bulked with lentils, braised in tomato. High protein, real fiber, high-protein per serving.
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground turkey
- 150 g Puy lentils
- 1 Egg
- 30 g Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 400 g Canned tomatoes
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- ½ tsp Salt
- 6 Basil (optional)
Method
- Simmer the lentils in unsalted water until soft, about 20 minutes, then drain and cool slightly.
- Mash half the cooked lentils and mix with the turkey, egg, grated parmesan, half the garlic, salt, and oregano; roll into balls.
- Brown the meatballs in the oil on all sides, then lift out.
- Add the tomatoes and remaining garlic and lentils to the pan, return the meatballs, and simmer until cooked through, 15 minutes.
- Tear basil over and serve.
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About Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato
Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato is an Italian lunch or dinner that comes together in about 40 minutes and serves 4. It fits anti-inflammatory eating.
Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato: frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato?
A serving has about 480 calories — 41.2g protein, 33.9g carbs, 20.7g fat, 7.3g fiber. Figures are estimated from the ingredient amounts and will shift with your portions and brands.
Is it high in protein?
Each serving has about 41.2g of protein, roughly 34% of its calories.
Is Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato gluten-free?
Based on its ingredients, Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato has no gluten-containing components, so it's naturally gluten-free — as always, check that any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free to be safe.
Is Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato dairy-free?
Not as written — it uses Parmigiano-Reggiano. Swapping it for a plant-based alternative makes it dairy-free.
How long does Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato take to make?
About 40 minutes start to finish, but only around 15 of those are hands-on — the rest is largely unattended cooking time you can step away from. In the Homecooked app the timers and parallel steps are sequenced for you so the hands-on part feels even shorter.
Do I need every ingredient to make Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out basil — it's optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Turkey & Lentil Polpette in Tomato make?
This recipe makes 4 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.