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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

Savory Greek Turkey Meatballs with Creamy Tzatziki Delight

These Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki are a celebration of vibrant flavors and textures, making them a healthier spin on classic comfort food.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground turkey Lean and healthy
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs For binding
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Adds robust flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano A staple in Greek cuisine
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Complements oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors
  • 0.5 teaspoon Pepper Adds a touch of spice
  • 0.25 cup Chopped parsley Brightens the dish
  • to taste tablespoon Olive oil For drizzling
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Creamy base
  • 1 number Grated cucumber Squeezed to remove moisture
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For texture
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Brightens flavors
  • 0.5 teaspoon Fresh dill Herbal note
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors
  • 0.25 teaspoon Pepper Completes flavor profile

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix gently.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-1.5 inch meatballs and place them evenly on the baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle the meatballs lightly with olive oil.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and the internal temperature is 165°F (74°C).
  6. For the tzatziki, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Chill for 15 minutes.
  7. Serve the warm meatballs with the tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. The tzatziki can be refrigerated for up to 5 days.

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