# Components:
→ Turkey Meatballs
01 - 1 lb lean ground turkey
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 2 tablespoons panko breadcrumbs
04 - 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
08 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Teriyaki Sauce
10 - 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
11 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
14 - 1/4 cup water
15 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
16 - 1 garlic clove, minced
→ Pineapple Veggie Skewers
17 - 1 small fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
18 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
19 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
20 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
21 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
22 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
23 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent scorching.
02 - In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, panko breadcrumbs, green onion, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined without overworking the mixture.
03 - Shape mixture into 16 to 20 uniform meatballs and arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake meatballs for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F.
05 - While meatballs bake, thread pineapple, bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini alternately onto skewers. Drizzle with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper.
06 - Grill or broil skewers for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are caramelized and tender.
07 - In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, water, ginger, and garlic. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
08 - Toss baked meatballs in the warm teriyaki sauce until evenly coated.
09 - Serve glazed meatballs alongside pineapple veggie skewers. Garnish with extra green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
