Greek Turkey Meatballs with Creamy Tzatziki Sauce: A Fresh Mediterranean Treat
Savor these Greek turkey meatballs, bursting with herbs and lemon zest, paired with a creamy tzatziki sauce. Ready in 25 minutes, perfect for a healthy, flavorful meal!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- ¾ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil for frying
- 1 cup Greek yogurt for tzatziki
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced (for tzatziki)
- Pinch of salt for tzatziki
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, red onion, parsley, dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, about 18-20 total.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- For the tzatziki, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
- Serve meatballs warm with a side of tzatziki, garnished with extra parsley and a lemon wedge if desired.
