Low-carb turkey pesto snack cups for a healthy boost!
These low-carb turkey pesto snack cups are a delicious and healthy option for a quick boost of energy. Perfect for a snack or light meal, they are packed with flavor and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 snack cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey with pesto sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Grease a muffin tin and press the turkey mixture into the bottom and sides of each cup.
- Fill each cup with diced bell peppers, mozzarella cheese, and cherry tomatoes.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the turkey is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables.
- These can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Great for meal prep or as a party appetizer!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snack cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg