Kid-Friendly Turkey Meatballs

Kids LOVE making this.  They can't help but giggle and smile when they get their hands dirty to manually mix the ingredients together.  It's gross, it's cool, it's weird.  All things kids love. :)

I N G R E D I E N T S

2 pounds lean ground turkey
1 cup panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped carrots
1/4 cup finely chopped zucchini
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon coarse sea salt*
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth

*use half of the sea salt if not using low-sodium chicken broth (otherwise it can be too salty!)

I N S T R U C T I O N S

In a large bowl, mix turkey, panko, carrots, zucchini, onion, eggs, seasoning, and salt until well combined; form 1" balls (let the kids mix it with their hands!) Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.  Add meatballs and cook, turning until browned, about 7 mins.  Add 1/2 cup broth; cover and reduce heat to low.  Cook until liquid is almost completely absorbed, about 7 mins.  Add remaining 1/4 cup broth, increase heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until liquid is absorbed.

Can be served with rice.  Enjoy!