Enjoy Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki for a Delicious Meal!
Embark on a flavorful journey to the heart of Greek cuisine with our mouthwatering Greek Turkey Meatballs served with a cool and refreshing tzatziki sauce. These tender, herb-infused meatballs are a delightful blend of Mediterranean flavors, making them the perfect appetizer, snack, or main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking or Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Instructions
1. 1. Combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Gently mix until just combined.
2. 2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
3. 3. For pan-frying: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
4. 4. For baking: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place meatballs on a lined baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes or until cooked through.
Notes
Serve with tzatziki sauce made from:
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup cucumber, grated and drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: meatballs, Greek, turkey, tzatziki
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