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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce Delight!

These Greek Turkey Meatballs are juicy, herby, and packed with Mediterranean flavor. Paired with a creamy, refreshing tzatziki sauce, they’re perfect as a main dish, party appetizer, or tucked into a pita for a satisfying gyro-style meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Turkey Meatballs:
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp red onion finely chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup cucumber grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 clove garlic finely grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Make the tzatziki: In a bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. Prepare meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, red onion, oregano, cumin, parsley, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Mix until just combined—do not overwork.
  3. Shape and cook: Roll mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10–12 minutes.
  4. Serve: Serve warm with a side of tzatziki. Optional: serve over rice, in a pita, or alongside a Greek salad.

Notes

  • You can bake the meatballs at 400°F for 15–18 minutes if you prefer not to pan-fry.
  • Use fresh herbs for best flavor—parsley, dill, and mint all complement the dish beautifully.
  • Squeeze excess liquid from cucumber for a thick and creamy tzatziki.
  • These meatballs freeze well—just reheat and serve with fresh sauce

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