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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 1/2 cup bread crumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Tzatziki Sauce:
– 1 cup Greek yogurt
– 1 cucumber, grated and drained
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt to taste

Instructions

Creating Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki is straightforward. Just follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, parsley, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.
5. Prepare Tzatziki: While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki. In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
6. Stir Tzatziki Together: Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve Meatballs: Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
8. Plate and Enjoy: Serve the meatballs warm with the tzatziki sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.

These steps ensure you create flavorful and moist meatballs that everyone will love!

  • Author: Alana
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 30g