LEMON BASIL TURKEY MEATBALLS u0026amp; CREAMY RICE

Name: LEMON BASIL TURKEY MEATBALLS u0026amp; CREAMY RICE
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive or avocado oil; 1 lb ground turkey; zest of one lemon (about 1 tablespoon); 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp dried basil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 large yellow onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 cup dry rice, rinsed; 1 + 1/2 cup veggie broth (can sub chicken broth); 1 + 1/2 cup water; 1/2 13.5oz can full-fat coconut milk (3/4 cup); juice of 1 lemon; 1/2 6oz bag baby spinach

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

This is the first recipe from my latest series for late fall/early winter where I took a grocery haul and turned it into five nights of healthy dinners. These lemon basil turkey meatballs with creamy rice are so easy to make and perfect for a cozy night. With a few simple ingredients you have a nourishing meal the whole family will love!

Updated at: Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:24:18 GMT