Description
These Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki are packed with Mediterranean flavors, featuring tender turkey meatballs paired with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for meal prep, a light dinner, or as an appetizer, this healthy dish is both flavorful and nutritious.
Ingredients
For the Greek Turkey Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 large egg
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil for cooking (if pan-frying)
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or low-fat)
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs:
- Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Pan-fry: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the meatballs for 4-5 minutes per side.
- Air-fry: Air-fry at 380°F (193°C) for 10-12 minutes.
- Make the Tzatziki Sauce: Grate and drain the cucumber. Mix the cucumber with Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs with the chilled tzatziki sauce.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or beef for the turkey.
- For a dairy-free tzatziki, use a plant-based yogurt.
- Make the meatballs spicier by adding red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- Thoroughly drain the cucumber to ensure the tzatziki is thick.
