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Turkey Meatball Eyeballs & Black Bean Pasta

Turkey Meatball Eyeballs & Black Bean Pasta: A Spooky Treat

Turkey Meatball Eyeballs & Black Bean Pasta is a fun Halloween dish that combines lean turkey meatballs and high-protein black bean pasta for a spooky yet healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey
  • 1 large Egg can substitute with flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 cup Crushed Red Tortilla Chips or other corn tortilla chips
  • 1 cup Mexican-blend Cheese Equal parts Cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Colby can replace if needed
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning adjust with cayenne for heat
  • 12 whole Stuffed Green Olives non-stuffed olives can be used
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Black Bean Pasta or other gluten-free pasta
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil or any oil of your choice
  • 1 medium Jalapeno Chile Pepper or bell pepper for milder flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves fresh preferred, powdered can be used in a hurry

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, egg, crushed red tortilla chips, Mexican-blend cheese, and taco seasoning.
  3. Scoop the mixture and shape into meatballs about 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter, placing an olive half on top of each meatball.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F.
  5. Cook the black bean pasta according to package instructions in boiling salted water, then drain in a colander.
  6. Sauté chopped jalapeno and minced garlic in olive oil for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Combine the drained pasta with the sautéed vegetables and serve the meatballs over the pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

This recipe is a fun and nutritious option for Halloween dinners, providing a spooky presentation that kids will enjoy.

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