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High Protein Canned Tuna Meatballs

These quick and easy tuna meatballs are packed with protein and are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Even picky eaters will love them!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can canned tuna, drained
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs can be used for extra crunch.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese You can experiment with different cheeses.
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • to drizzle olive oil For baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix until well combined.
  4. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.
  5. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with olive oil.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

These meatballs are versatile! Serve them as a main dish, in a sub roll, or toss them in a salad. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.