Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these Greek Turkey Meatballs paired with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce. Quick to prepare and packed with nutritious ingredients, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The lean ground turkey provides a healthy alternative without sacrificing taste, while the creamy tzatziki elevates each bite. Whether served in wraps, over salads, or as an appetizer, these versatile meatballs are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 small cucumber, grated
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix gently until combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- For tzatziki, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (drained), minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 308
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg