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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

Enjoy flavorful and healthier Greek Turkey Meatballs served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey Can substitute with ground chicken.
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for dietary needs.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Can substitute with dill or mint.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until everything is well combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
  2. While they’re baking, make the tzatziki by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and olive oil in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.
  3. Once the meatballs are done, serve them warm alongside the tzatziki.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

For serving variations, pair the meatballs with a Greek salad, warm pita bread, or quinoa tabbouleh. You can also make wraps using warm pita filled with meatballs, tzatziki, and fresh veggies.

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