Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with these Greek Turkey Meatballs, perfectly paired with a refreshing homemade tzatziki. This dish is both comforting and healthy, making it a perfect choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 93/7 lean ground turkey
- 1 onion, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Panko or regular)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- For Tzatziki:
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Tzatziki: Grate your cucumber using the large holes of a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and squeeze out as much liquid as you possibly can.
- In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed grated cucumber with the Greek yogurt, finely minced garlic, fresh chopped dill, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Stir everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop and chill.
- Prepare the Meatballs: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the ground turkey, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped fresh mint, parsley, and dill, breadcrumbs, egg, crumbled feta cheese, lemon zest, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Using clean hands, gently mix all the ingredients until they are just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Lightly wet your hands to prevent sticking, and roll the mixture into approximately 1.5-inch meatballs. Place them in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly golden brown.
- Alternatively, you can pan-fry the meatballs. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Serve: Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the oven or skillet. Serve them immediately while hot, alongside the chilled homemade tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 22 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking or Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with tzatziki
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Don't overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender. Use wet hands for rolling to prevent sticking. Taste your tzatziki before chilling to adjust seasonings.