Greek Turkey Meatballs
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
214 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Greek
Greek Turkey Meatballs
Description
The meatball mixture includes seasoned breadcrumbs and egg as binders along with vegetables and herbs for moisture and flavor. After mixing thoroughly, the mixture is portioned into roughly two-tablespoon balls and baked at 450°F until cooked through. The high temperature ensures browning outside while keeping a tender inside.
These meatballs have a balanced texture from turkey and veggies, with feta adding a creamy saltiness and lemon zest brightening the overall flavor. The oregano and parsley provide traditional Greek seasoning.
They can be served drizzled with tzatziki and placed inside warm pita bread with lettuce, tomato, onion, and additional feta to make a gyro-style sandwich. Alternatively, serve alongside salad or vegetables. This flexibility makes them practical for varied meals.
Ingredients
For the meatballs:
- 1 pound ground turkey 93% lean
- ¾ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup zucchini squeeze out excess liquid, shredded
- ¼ cup spinach finely chopped fresh
- ¼ cup onion red, finely chopped
- 3 garlic minced, cloves
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 egg large
- lemon zest of 1
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- kosher salt
- black pepper
For serving:
- pita bread
- romaine lettuce shredded
- tomato chopped
- red onion slices
- feta cheese crumbled
- tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, zucchini, spinach, red onion, garlic, feta, egg, lemon zest, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until well combined.
- Using an ice cream scoop or large cookie scoop, scoop about two tablespoons of the mixture into your palms (you can wear kitchen gloves, if you wish) and roll it into a ball. Place the ball on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the mixture, spacing the meatballs out onto the baking sheet, about 2-inches apart.
- Bake the meatballs for 18 to 25 minutes or until cooked through.
- You can enjoy the meatballs with a drizzle of tzatziki sauce or make a gyro. To make a gyro, take a warm piece of pita bread and add 3 meatballs, lettuce, tomatoes, onion slices, feta cheese, and drizzle tzatziki sauce over the top. Serve immediately. You can also serve the meatballs with rice or on top of a Greek salad.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 214 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 214kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 387mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 406mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 449IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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