Greek Turkey Meatballs Made Easy with Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
Discover how to make delicious Greek turkey meatballs paired with a homemade tzatziki sauce that enhances the flavor and freshness of the dish.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- For the tzatziki sauce, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, olive oil, and lemon juice in a bowl. Mix well.
- Serve the meatballs with the tzatziki sauce on the side.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste preference.
- Let the tzatziki sit for at least 30 minutes before serving for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs with tzatziki
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Greek Turkey Meatballs, Tzatziki, Easy Recipes