Name: Turkey Greek Meatballs – Easy Healthy Mediterranean Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey; ¼ cup finely diced red onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 egg; ¼ cup chopped parsley; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp salt; ½ tsp pepper; Zest of 1 lemon; Optional: ¼ cup almond flour or crumbled feta; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

These Turkey Greek Meatballs are juicy, herb-packed, and perfectly balanced with creamy homemade tzatziki. This easy, healthy Mediterranean dinner is ideal for meal prep, quick weeknights, or flavorful family dinners. Serve with pita, salad, or rice for a wholesome, delicious meal that’s ready in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

1 lb ground turkey
¼ cup finely diced red onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 egg
¼ cup chopped parsley
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
Zest of 1 lemon
Optional: ¼ cup almond flour or crumbled feta

For the Tzatziki:

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

2. Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, mix together turkey, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and optional almond flour or feta. Mix gently until just combined.

3. Shape: Form into 1-inch balls and place evenly spaced on the baking sheet.

4. Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until browned and internal temperature reaches 165°F.

5. Make tzatziki: In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to use.

6. Serve: Plate meatballs with tzatziki and your choice of rice, salad, pita, or roasted vegetables.

Notes

For dairy-free: Use plant-based yogurt and omit feta.

Add chopped spinach or shredded zucchini for extra veggies.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze meatballs for future meals.

Ground chicken works as a great substitute for turkey.

Tzatziki can also be used as a dip or spread.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4–5 meatballs with tzatziki
Calories: 390
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 105mg