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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki for a Fresh Summer Bite

These Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki combine traditional Mediterranean flavors with a lighter, healthy twist, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed oats can be used.
  • 1 large Egg Flaxseed meal mixture can be used for vegan option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Cilantro can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Thyme or basil can be substituted.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin Paprika is a good substitution.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil is best.
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Full-fat Greek yogurt is optimal.
  • 1/2 medium Cucumber Grate and drain to avoid excess moisture.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice White vinegar can substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Parsley can be used instead.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Grease your hands with olive oil and roll the mixture into small balls of approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Arrange on a baking sheet.
  3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake meatballs for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  4. For the tzatziki, grate the cucumber, wring out moisture, then mix it with Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped dill, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Once meatballs are cooked, serve immediately with tzatziki sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 21gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These meatballs can be served with warm pita bread or Greek salad. They store well in the fridge and are great for meal prep.

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