Description
These Greek turkey meatballs are a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional meatballs, paired perfectly with a creamy tzatziki sauce. They are quick to make and packed with Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced (for sauce)
- Salt to taste (for sauce)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1-inch in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- For the tzatziki sauce, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic, and salt in a bowl. Stir well.
- Serve the meatballs warm with the tzatziki sauce on the side.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- You can bake the meatballs at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes instead of frying.
- Let the tzatziki sauce chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs with sauce
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Greek turkey meatballs, tzatziki sauce, healthy meatballs, Mediterranean recipe