Name: Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 500 g ground turkey (lean, not extra-lean); 60 g red onion, finely grated; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 20 g fresh parsley, finely chopped; 15 g fresh dill, finely chopped; 2 g dried oregano (1 teaspoon); 2 g ground cumin (1 teaspoon); 1 large egg; 40 g breadcrumbs; 15 ml olive oil (1 tablespoon); 5 g salt (1 teaspoon); 2 g black pepper (1 teaspoon); 250 g Greek yogurt; 150 g cucumber, grated and squeezed dry; 1 garlic clove, finely grated; 15 ml lemon juice (1 tablespoon); 10 ml olive oil (2 teaspoons); 2 g salt (1/2 teaspoon)

Description

Juicy Greek-style turkey meatballs seasoned with herbs and spices, served with a cool and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. A light yet satisfying meal that works perfectly for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or Mediterranean-inspired spreads.

Ingredients

Scale

500 g ground turkey (lean, not extra-lean)
60 g red onion, finely grated
3 garlic cloves, minced
20 g fresh parsley, finely chopped
15 g fresh dill, finely chopped
2 g dried oregano (1 teaspoon)
2 g ground cumin (1 teaspoon)
1 large egg
40 g breadcrumbs
15 ml olive oil (1 tablespoon)
5 g salt (1 teaspoon)
2 g black pepper (1 teaspoon)
250 g Greek yogurt
150 g cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
1 garlic clove, finely grated
15 ml lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
10 ml olive oil (2 teaspoons)
2 g salt (1/2 teaspoon)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, grated red onion, minced garlic, parsley, dill, dried oregano, cumin, egg, breadcrumbs, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 30 g each, to ensure even cooking.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a small amount of olive oil. Cook the meatballs, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides and fully cooked through.
In a separate bowl, prepare the tzatziki by mixing the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, grated garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth and creamy.
Allow the meatballs to rest for a few minutes, then serve warm with generous spoonfuls of tzatziki.

Notes

Mix the meatball mixture gently to avoid dense meatballs.
Squeeze the cucumber very well to keep the tzatziki thick and creamy.
Cook meatballs in batches if needed to achieve proper browning.
Let the meatballs rest briefly before serving so the juices redistribute.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 38 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg

Keywords: Greek turkey meatballs, turkey meatballs with tzatziki, Mediterranean turkey meatballs, healthy Greek dinner, homemade tzatziki