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Greek Turkey Meatballs

Greek Turkey Meatballs slathered with Tzatziki sauce, great over rice, with chickpea salad or served as an appetizers. Also great for make-ahead meal prep lunch.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 254 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1.25 lbs 93% lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup grated zucchini (liquid squeezed out well)
  • 2 lices whole wheat bread (or gluten-free bread)
  • 1/4 cup seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs (or gluten-free panko)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cloves garlic ( minced)
  • 1/4 red onion (grated (I used my mini food processor))
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano (chopped (less if using dry))
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh spearmint (chopped)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt and fresh black pepper
  • olive oil cooking spray

Instructions

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  1. Wet bread with water, squeezing excess out. Tear into small pieces and place in a large bowl.
  2. Combine with turkey, egg, zucchini, breadcrumbs, garlic, onion, mint, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper.
  3. Using a 1/4 cup measure, form each meatball 1/4 cup in size, slightly flattened into patties. For best results, refrigerate before cooking to help hold their shape.
  4. In a pan: spray olive oil in a large nonstick frying pan and cook over very low heat, until cooked through, turning halfway, about 5 to 6 minutes on each side. (or you can bake 350F 20-25 minutes).
  5. On the grill: clean grill well before cooking and spray grate with oil. Cook on low until cooked through, about 5 minutes on each side.

Notes

  • Note, you can use more crumbs and omit the bread or visa-versa.

Nutrition Information

Serving 4meatballs Calories 254kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 13.5g (5%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Fiber 3.5g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 254

% Daily Value*

Serving 4meatballs
Calories 254kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 13.5g 5%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Fiber 3.5g 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.