Shhh…I have a secret.

I made the most delicious turkey meatballs tonight that not only did my family eat, but they enjoyed them and they were laced with veggies!

While I have become quite adventurous with trying new foods and especially vegetables, my family is not quite on board with the greens.

So I sneak them in where I can.

Tonight’s “4 Gonzales Thumbs Up” meal:

Turkey Zucchini Meatballs

1 lb of ground turkey
1/2 cup of shredded zucchini
1/4 cup grated fresh parmesan
1 tsp basil
1 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 bottle of your favorite tomato sauce

Shred the zucchini and then squeeze the liquid out (I used a nut milk bag). Combine turkey, zucchini, cheese and spices. Use hands to mix together and roll into small balls. I got 21 balls with this recipe. In a pan, brown the meatballs. I sprayed my pan with coconut oil, you could use a little olive oil instead. Once the meatballs are browned transfer them into your crockpot and top with sauce. Heat on high for 3 hours.

I served mine on fresh bread as meatball subs, but you could serve with any pasta or next time I will probably throw a spaghetti squash in the crockpot with the meat balls and call it a day!