Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki. This easy and healthy recipe showcases lean ground turkey, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices, all coming together to create moist, flavorful meatballs. Perfect for meal prep or as a star dish at your next gathering, these meatballs pair beautifully with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce. In just 40 minutes, you can serve a delicious meal that your family will love. Enjoy them over rice, in pita bread, or alongside crisp salads for versatile dining options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 14 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93/7 lean)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 large red onion
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or almond flour
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, minced garlic, grated red onion, egg, breadcrumbs, dill, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into approximately 14 meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for about 7-8 minutes, turning frequently until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- For tzatziki (optional), mix yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice to taste.
- Serve meatballs warm over rice or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (85g)
- Calories: 149
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 256mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 61mg
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