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Healthy Greek Turkey Meatballs with Creamy Tzatziki Sauce

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven to preheat.
  • In a large bowl, combine turkey, grated onion (and its juices), garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, dill, oregano, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and olive oil.
  • Use a fork or your hands to mix until just combined. Do not overmix or the meatballs will turn dense.
  • Lightly oil your hands. Scoop 2-tablespoon portions and roll into balls. You should get about 22–24 meatballs.
  • Set them on a plate while the baking sheet heats fully.
  • Carefully remove the hot baking sheet and line it with parchment or brush with oil.
  • Arrange meatballs with a little space between them.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the centers reach 165°F (74°C).
  • For extra color, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end. Watch closely.
  • While the meatballs bake, stir together yogurt, squeezed cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper.
  • Taste and adjust with more lemon or salt. Chill until serving for best flavor.
  • Plate meatballs with a generous spoonful of tzatziki.
  • Add pita, salad, tomatoes, red onion, and olives. Finish with a squeeze of lemon.