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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki

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These Greek turkey meatballs with tzatziki are made with ground turkey, garlic, oregano, and lemon, then paired with a cool, creamy yogurt sauce. Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Greek
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients:
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • ½ cup dry-roasted ground almonds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil 1 for scallions, 1 for cooking meatballs
  • 3 scallions finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
Tzatziki Ingredients:
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup cucumber grated & squeezed dry
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Grater (for cucumber)
  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Measuring cups & spoons
  • 1 Spatula or Tongs

Method
 

Make the Tzatziki:
  1. Prep the cucumber: Grate ½ cup cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid using a clean towel.
  2. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
Make the Meatballs:
  1. Prep the scallions: Rinse 3 scallions under cold water, pat dry, and remove any wilted outer layers. Finely dice them.
  2. Sauté the Scallions: Rinse 3 scallions under cold water, pat dry, and remove any wilted outer layers. Finely dice them. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a stainless steel skillet over medium heat. Add scallions, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Let cool.
  3. Prepare the Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, ground almonds, cooled scallions, garlic, parsley, oregano, cumin, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Let rest for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Shape and Sear: Roll into small meatballs, about 1½ inches wide. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in the same stainless steel skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
  5. Pan-Fried: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F).
  6. Bake and Broil: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. Broil for 2-3 minutes until golden. Remove with caution.
  7. Serve: Plate the meatballs warm with tzatziki and fresh pita.

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