These gluten free turkey meatballs are an easy baked turkey meatball recipe made with rolled oats, grated Parmesan, and olive oil. They turn out crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and take under 30 minutes to cook.
I love the contrast of textures in these gluten free turkey meatballs — tender and moist inside with a nicely crisped exterior. The Parmesan and a bit of olive oil help create that golden crust while keeping the interior flavorful and soft.
Rolled oats are my favorite replacement for breadcrumbs in meatballs. They make the meatballs naturally gluten free and add a pleasant texture. If you enjoy variations, try my other recipes using oats or alternative binders like almond flour for a grain-free option.
Table of Contents
- Why this recipe works
- Recipe Ingredients
- Additions/ Substitutions
- Step by step meatball instructions
- Expert tips
- Recipe FAQs
- Other ground turkey recipes you’ll love
- Baked Gluten free Turkey Meatballs Recipe
Why this recipe works
- It’s an easy way to make meatballs without breadcrumbs.
- Rolled oats keep the recipe naturally gluten free when certified gluten-free oats are used.
- Versatile — the seasonings and cheeses can be adjusted to taste.
- Serve them many ways: on their own, with pasta and sauce, in a sandwich, or over salad.
- Made with a handful of simple, pantry-friendly ingredients.
- Quick to prepare and cooks in under 30 minutes.
Recipe Ingredients
- Ground turkey – choose ground turkey with some fat (about 92% lean works well).
- Egg – one large egg helps bind the mixture.
- Rolled oats – quick or regular rolled oats both work.
- Grated Parmesan – adds flavor and helps with browning.
- Olive oil – keeps meatballs moist and helps crisp the exterior.
- Garlic powder – for seasoning.
- Onion powder – for seasoning.
See the recipe card below for exact measurements.
Additions/ Substitutions
- You can swap ground turkey for ground chicken.
- Use pecorino or another aged Italian cheese instead of Parmesan.
- Replace olive oil with avocado oil if preferred.
- Add dried basil, oregano, or other herbs to taste.
Step by step meatball instructions
Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix until evenly combined.
Step 2: Scoop and roll the mixture into meatballs — a heaping tablespoon or a small scoop makes evenly sized portions.
Step 3: Place raw meatballs on a parchment-lined cookie sheet, spaced slightly apart.
Step 4: Bake until cooked through and lightly golden.
Expert tips
- If you only have shredded cheese, pulse it in a food processor to mimic grated texture.
- For a more golden finish, broil for 1 minute at the end of baking—watch closely to avoid burning.
- To ensure the recipe is gluten free, use oats labeled certified gluten free.
Recipe FAQs
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Serve them plain, dipped in ranch, hot sauce, or marinara, or with spaghetti and red sauce.
Rolled oats, almond flour, or oat flour are good alternatives.
Other ground turkey recipes you’ll love
Easy Ground Turkey Rice Soup
One Pot Ground Turkey, Rice and Beans (Gluten-free)
Butternut Squash and Black Bean Turkey Chili
Turkey Sausage Patties
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Baked Gluten free Turkey Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mix all ingredients until evenly combined.
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Portion the mixture by heaping tablespoons (or use a mini scoop) and roll into meatballs. You should get about 18–20 meatballs.
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Bake for about 25 minutes, until cooked through and lightly golden. Optionally broil 30–60 seconds for extra color.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken for turkey.
- Swap Parmesan for pecorino or another aged cheese if desired.
- Avocado oil can replace olive oil.
- Add dried herbs like basil or oregano to taste.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 2g
Protein: 7g
Fat: 3g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an estimate.
Additional Info
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