Assemble the healthy turkey meatballs and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
1 pound ground turkey, ⅓ cup panko bread crumbs, 1 large egg, 2 scallions, 2 tablespoon parsley, 2 teaspoon lemon zest, 2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper
Remove from refrigerator and heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add meatballs to pan and saute for 5-7 minutes, turning on all sides to evenly brown but not cook through.
2 tablespoon olive oil, 1 batch healthy turkey meatballs
Remove meatballs from pan and set on a paper towel lined plate.
Heat empty skillet on medium heat, adding a swig of oil if needed, and add rice, cooking for a minute or two just until translucent. Add scallions or onions and garlic and cook for about another minute. Stir in broth and lemon juice and bring to a slow boil.
1 cup long grain brown rice, 3 garlic cloves, ¼ cup diced onions, 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice, 3 cups chicken stock
Reduce heat to low and cover & simmer for 20 minutes. Remove lid and add meatballs to pan. Cover and cook for another 20-25 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley and/or scallion greens if desired.
¼ cup parmesan cheese