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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

Tasty Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki for a Healthy Feast

Try these Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki for a healthy and flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey substitutable with ground chicken or lean beef
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs whole wheat or gluten-free options work well
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Parsley chopped, fresh preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano fresh or dried can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Plain Yogurt Greek yogurt is recommended
  • 1/2 cup Cucumber grated, use seedless to minimize excess water
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper

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 mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. In another bowl, combine yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to make tzatziki.
  6. Serve the Greek Turkey Meatballs hot with tzatziki for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For crispy texture, broil meatballs for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking. Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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