Comforting food and good nutrition can absolutely share the same plate. These tender chicken meatballs are enriched with creamy cannellini beans, adding fiber, plant-based protein, and minerals that support digestive and heart health. Fresh herbs bring brightness, while a roasted tomato relish provides natural sweetness along with lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that becomes easier for the body to absorb when tomatoes are cooked. It's a simple, wholesome meal that nourishes both body and soul.
TIME1h
SERVES8 People
INGREDIENTS
- 2 lbs. ground chicken, or turkey
- 1 15 ounce can white beans, drained, rinsed, and lightly mashed
- 1 egg
- ½ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup flat leaf parsley, rough chop
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil TOMATO RELISH
- 2 quarts cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, rough chop
- 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
- salt, to taste
- fresh ground pepper, to taste
SHOPPING LIST
2 lbs. ground chicken, or turkey 1 15 ounce can white beans eggs gluten-free breadcrumbs 1 bunch flat leaf parsley head of garlic kosher salt freshly cracked black pepper extra virgin olive oil 2 quarts cherry tomatoes 1 bunch fresh basil white balsamic vinegar
EQUIPMENT
Baking sheet with parchment
STEP 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
STEP 2
Place the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 20–25 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized.
STEP 3
Transfer the roasted tomatoes to a bowl and gently stir in the garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
STEP 4
In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey (or chicken), mashed cannellini beans, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
STEP 5
Form into 20–24 meatballs and place on a lightly oiled or parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush or drizzle with the olive oil.
STEP 6
Reduce oven temperature to 350˚ and bake for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are lightly golden and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
STEP 7
Serve warm with Creamy Cannellini Bean Tomato Sauce and roasted tomato relish spooned over the top.
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