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Healthy Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

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Juicy Greek-style turkey meatballs flavored with herbs, garlic, and lemon, served with a cool and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This lighter Mediterranean dish is packed with fresh flavor and perfect for a healthy dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, red onion, minced garlic, parsley, dill, oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Lightly brush or drizzle the meatballs with olive oil.
  5. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and lightly golden.
  6. While the meatballs bake, prepare the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
  7. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  8. Serve the warm turkey meatballs with the tzatziki sauce on the side.

Notes

  • Squeeze excess moisture from the cucumber before mixing it into the tzatziki to keep the sauce thick.
  • These meatballs can be served with pita, rice, or a fresh salad.
  • Leftover meatballs store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • The meatballs can also be frozen for longer storage and reheated when needed.

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