Description
Enjoy the flavors of Greece with these delicious Greek Turkey Meatballs served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dill
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
- Mix well and serve the meatballs warm with the tzatziki sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
For best results, keep ingredients cold and use fresh herbs. Serve with a Greek salad or in wraps for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Greek meatballs, tzatziki, turkey meatballs, Mediterranean dish, easy recipe