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The Best Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Recipe

The Best Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Recipe
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These Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki are a delicious and healthy option that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Made with lean ground turkey, fresh herbs, and a creamy yogurt sauce, this recipe is perfect for a balanced dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

For the Greek Turkey Meatballs:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground turkey (preferably lean)
  • ⅓ cup breadcrumbs (regular or gluten-free)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Olive oil for cooking if pan-frying

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat, or low-fat)
  • ½ cucumber, grated and drained
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatballs – In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well but avoid over-mixing. Form into small meatballs.
  2. Cook the Meatballs – Choose oven-baked, pan-fried, or air fryer option to cook the meatballs until golden and cooked through.
  3. Make the Tzatziki Sauce – Grate and drain cucumber, then mix with yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, dill, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Serve – Enjoy the turkey meatballs with tzatziki sauce and your choice of sides.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use full-fat Greek yogurt in the tzatziki sauce.
  • Feel free to customize the meatballs with additional spices like paprika or mint for a twist.

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