Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
Indulge in the flavorful experience of Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce, an easy-to-make dish that combines lean ground turkey and refreshing, creamy tzatziki. Perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a healthy weeknight meal—these meatballs are infused with fresh herbs and spices, delivering a delicious taste that everyone will love. The cooling tzatziki sauce adds the perfect balance to the savory meatballs, making this a satisfying dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (for tzatziki)
- 1 small cucumber (grated)
- 1 clove garlic (for tzatziki)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate to let flavors meld.
- In a bowl, combine ground turkey with breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and a beaten egg. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs (about 1-2 inches) and cook in a preheated skillet with olive oil for about 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg