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Greek turkey meatballs with homemade tzatziki sauce feta garlic oregano and fresh herbs served over rice or orzo

Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

Juicy baked turkey meatballs with herbs and garlic, served with cool cucumber tzatziki. A fresh Mediterranean-style dinner that is simple and satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Mix turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, herbs, and seasonings gently.
  2. Shape into meatballs and place on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake until cooked through and lightly browned.
  4. Stir together the tzatziki ingredients.
  5. Serve the meatballs warm with sauce on the side.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the turkey mixture.
  • Squeeze excess water from the cucumber.
  • Store meatballs and sauce separately.
  • Reheat gently to avoid drying out.
  • Freeze cooked meatballs without tzatziki.