Ingredients
– For the Turkish Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground turkey
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– For the Tzatziki Sauce:
– 1 cup Greek yogurt
– 1/2 cucumber, grated
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create delicious Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, oregano, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Mix until well combined but do not overmix.
3. Form Meatballs: Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake the Meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
5. Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir until well combined, and refrigerate until serving.
6. Serve: When the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven. Serve warm with tzatziki sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 30g