Description
These Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce are a perfect blend of Mediterranean flavors. The tender turkey meatballs are paired with a creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce for a refreshing touch.
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the turkey mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on all sides.
- Transfer the browned meatballs to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve the turkey meatballs with the tzatziki sauce on the side.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatballs or the tzatziki sauce.
For a gluten-free option, swap the breadcrumbs for almond flour or crushed nuts.
Substitute ground turkey for chicken or lean beef if desired.
You can bake the meatballs without browning them in a skillet. Bake for 15-20 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Sauteing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
