Step 1: Prepare the Meatballs
• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
• In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
• Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 2: Bake the Meatballs
• Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.

Step 3: Cook the Pasta
• While the meatballs are baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water.
• Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 4: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
• In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for about 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
• Stir in the lemon juice and zest, and season with salt and pepper.

Step 5: Combine Pasta and Meatballs
• Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce, tossing to coat.
• If the pasta seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
• Gently add the baked turkey meatballs to the pasta, tossing to combine.

Step 6: Serve
• Serve warm, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.