Greek Turkey Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce (2024)

May 20, 2020By Caitlin

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Ground turkey meatballs loaded with feta cheese, garlic & Mediterranean herbs & spices then served with an herby homemade tzatziki sauce! These baked Greek turkey meatballs are perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!

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There’s nothing I love more than a good meatball recipe! (And there’s quite a few of them on the blog now.😉) But whenever we’re craving something fresh and vibrant – we always go for these Greek-inspired meatballs!

Made with a base of lean ground turkey, lots of salty feta, minced onion and garlic then tossed with Mediterranean herbs and spices and baked to perfection! We serve them with my homemade tzatziki sauce that’s to die for! The creaminess from the sauce paired with your herby meatballs is a match made in heaven!

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Ingredients For Your Greek Meatballs

Ground turkey: We use 93% lean and 7% fat ground turkey for ours.

Panko breadcrumbs: I love using panko breadcrumbs for meatballs because it gives them a light and airy texture. (Classic breadcrumbs can be used instead. Just note that your meatballs will be a little more dense.)

Egg: You’ll need 1 egg for this recipe!

Feta cheese: Always buy a block of feta cheese and crumble it yourself. (Block feta has such better flavor than store bought feta crumbles.)

Onion: Red or white onion both work for this recipe. Always finely mince your onion for the best results! (It helps to keep your meatballs intact and you won’t be biting into any large chunks of onion.)

Garlic: Every meatball recipe needs a little garlic! 2-3 minced garlic cloves will go into your meatball mixture!

Spices: Dried oregano, dill, cumin, salt and black pepper are all needed to season your meatballs!

Homemade tzatziki sauce: A zesty Greek yogurt sauce made with garlic, herbs and grated cucumber! It’s the perfect compliment to your Mediterranean style meatballs! (Store bought tzatziki sauce can be used instead.)

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How To Make Greek Turkey Meatballs

1. Make your tzatziki sauce (if using my homemade recipe). Mix your tzatziki ingredients together in a bowl then cover it and store it in the refrigerator while you prepare your meatballs.

2. Preheat your oven. Turn your oven on to to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper (or spray a baking dish with cooking spray).

3. Form your meatballs. Then add your meatball ingredients to a large bowl and mix them together with your hands. Form the mixture into 1 inch balls and place the balls on your prepared baking sheet. (Alternatively, you can brown the meatballs in a saute pan for a few minutes on each side before placing them on the pan to bake.)

4. Bake. Then place the pan in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes.

5. Serve! Once done, serve immediately with your tzatziki sauce and fresh lemon wedges and enjoy!

Why brown the meatballs first? Ground turkey can look a little gray/unappealing once it’s been cooked. By browning the meatballs, we’re adding a little bit of color and developing a flavorful crust all around it.

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Serving Suggestions

Whether making these for a healthy family dinner or serving them as an appetizer – it’s always a good idea to pair them with some easy sides and condiments. Here are a few of our favorites to help get you started:

White rice/rice pilaf

A simple side salad

Pita bread/naan bread

Roasted veggies: Broccoli, asparagus & zucchini would all be great options!

Hummus

Roasted potatoes: Try these Crispy Herbed Potatoes!

Serving these for an appetizer party?! Make a fun spread by serving them with different types of hummus, feta dip, homemade tzatziki and fresh lemon slices for your guests to enjoy!

Let’s meal prep them! These meatballs are perfect for an easy meal prepped lunch! Divide your favorite rice/rice pilaf into containers, place your meatballs on top with some chopped tomatoes & cucumber and spoon your tzatziki into separate cups to serve on the side!

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FAQ’s

I don’t like ground turkey! Can I use a different type of meat instead? Yes! Ground chicken would also be amazing in this recipe.

Why you’ll love this Greek meatball recipe!

So easy! Just mix, roll & bake! Make your tzatziki sauce the day before for even less prep work!
Simple ingredients! Most of these ingredients are pantry staples you already have at home!
A healthy dinner option! Ground turkey is a great source of lean protein + the added protein & veggies in your tzatziki sauce! Serve them with white rice or pita bread fro a well rounded meal!

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