30-Minute Greek Turkey Meatballs with Cucumber Tzatziki
30-Minute Greek Turkey Meatballs with Cucumber Tzatziki is a delightful, Mediterranean-inspired dish that brings vibrant flavors to your table in just half an hour. Juicy ground turkey combines with fresh herbs and spices to create savory meatballs, perfectly complemented by a creamy, zesty tzatziki sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe ensures a delicious meal without the fuss, making it a favorite among family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated (moisture squeezed out)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano; mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While baking, prepare the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Serve warm meatballs topped with tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, incorporate feta cheese or chopped spinach into the meatball mixture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave or skillet.