Description
Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce are a delightful twist on traditional meatballs, bursting with Mediterranean flavors. These juicy, herb-infused meatballs are baked to golden perfection and paired with a refreshing tzatziki sauce made from creamy Greek yogurt and crunchy cucumber. Perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this dish promises to impress your family and friends. Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean right in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, onion, garlic, oregano, parsley, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While meatballs bake, combine yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, dill/mint, and garlic in a bowl to make tzatziki sauce; chill until serving.
- Serve meatballs hot with tzatziki sauce alongside pita or veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg