Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki, a delightful dish that brings Mediterranean cuisine to your table. This recipe features lean ground turkey infused with fresh herbs and spices, creating juicy meatballs paired with a cool, creamy tzatziki sauce. Whether you’re planning a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, these meatballs are versatile and nutritious. Serve them as appetizers, in pitas, or over salads for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (lean)
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free optional)
- 1 large egg
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup onion (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber (grated and drained)
- Olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Cook meatballs by baking at 400°F for about 20 minutes or pan-frying until browned on all sides.
- For tzatziki sauce: In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve meatballs hot with tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs with tzatziki sauce (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 105mg