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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce

Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce 🥙🍖🥒
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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional meatballs. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, these juicy turkey meatballs are seasoned with fresh herbs and spices, perfectly complemented by a creamy, homemade tzatziki sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion – whether served as an appetizer at a gathering or as a satisfying main course for family dinner. Enjoy them in pita wraps, alongside salads, or simply with the tzatziki for dipping. With wholesome ingredients like lean turkey and fresh vegetables, this recipe aligns beautifully with healthy eating goals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (for tzatziki)
  • 1 small cucumber
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Olive oil, for cooking

Instructions

  1. Prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate.
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, onion powder, salt, pepper, and beaten egg. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into meatballs (about 1-2 inches) and cook in a preheated skillet with olive oil over medium heat for about 6–8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Serve the cooked meatballs on a platter with tzatziki sauce for dipping.

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