Greek Turkey Meatballs with Creamy Tzatziki
Juicy Greek turkey meatballs infused with garlic, lemon, and herbs, served with cool, creamy tzatziki — a healthy, high-protein Mediterranean favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
- Total Time: 30–35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup red onion, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tsp oregano
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Tzatziki:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
- 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine all tzatziki ingredients and chill.
- Mix meatball ingredients in a large bowl.
- Form into ~18 small meatballs.
- Bake at 400°F for 16–18 mins or pan-fry until golden and cooked through.
- Serve with tzatziki and your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use almond flour for low-carb version.
- Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days.
- Serve in bowls, wraps, or with roasted veggies.