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Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki For a Healthy Dinner

Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki – Healthy Mediterranean Dinner made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, oregano, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  6. Chill the tzatziki in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  7. Once the meatballs are done, allow them to rest for a few minutes before serving them with tzatziki on the side.

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