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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

Savory Greek Turkey Meatballs with Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

Delicious Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki, a healthy and flavorful dish that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground turkey Lean protein
  • 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs For binding
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Infuses flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Classic Mediterranean flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme Adds earthy note
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon Pepper Balances seasonings
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped parsley For freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For drizzling
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Thick and tangy
  • 1 medium Grated cucumber Squeeze out moisture
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Mimics meatball flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For smooth texture
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Adds zest
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh dill Herbaceous touch
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors
  • 0.25 teaspoon Pepper Adds warmth

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Preparing the Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Use a tablespoon to scoop out the mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls. Place each meatball on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Preparing the Tzatziki
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, fresh dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Cover and refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serving
  1. Let the meatballs cool for a few minutes before serving with the tzatziki sauce to enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatball and sauceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These meatballs are versatile and can be served with pita, in salads, or over rice. The tzatziki should be chilled before serving for the best flavor.

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