Description
Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki are a deliciously healthy choice that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Made with lean ground turkey and infused with fresh herbs, these meatballs are not only flavorful but also versatile. Whether served as a main dish alongside rice, tucked into warm pita bread for a quick lunch, or presented as appetizers at a gathering, they promise to please everyone. The creamy tzatziki sauce adds a refreshing touch, making this dish perfect for any occasion. Quick to prepare, you can have a wholesome meal ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup onion
- Fresh parsley and dill
- Greek yogurt
- Cucumber
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet or set aside if pan-frying.
- For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake meatballs for 20 minutes until cooked through.
- For pan-frying: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs for about 10 minutes until browned on all sides.
- To make tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (drained), minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Serve warm meatballs with tzatziki sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Use lean ground turkey for healthier meatballs. Let the mixture chill before cooking for better texture. Adjust seasoning according to taste preferences.