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Healthy Greek Turkey Meatballs With Tzatziki

Healthy Greek Turkey Meatballs With Tzatziki: A Flavorful Twist

Enjoy a healthy twist on classic Greek flavors with these turkey meatballs served alongside a refreshing tzatziki sauce.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. For tzatziki, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and dill in a bowl.
  6. Serve the meatballs with tzatziki sauce on the side.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the meatball mixture chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking.
  • These meatballs freeze well – simply store in an airtight container.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Low-carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: healthy, Greek, turkey, meatballs, tzatziki