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Platter of golden brown Greek turkey meatballs served with creamy white tzatziki sauce and fresh lemon wedges.

High Protein Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean)
  • 1/2 cup non -fat Greek yogurt (for meatball moisture)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large eg g
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup non -fat Greek yogurt (for sauce)
  • 1/2 cup English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the tzatziki by whisking 1 cup Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and fresh dill in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and refrigerate.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, egg, panko, feta, red onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Gently mix the ingredients by hand until just combined; do not overwork the meat to maintain a tender texture.
  5. Scoop and roll the mixture into 1.5-inch balls, yielding approximately 16 to 20 meatballs.
  6. Arrange meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch.
  7. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with the chilled tzatziki sauce.