Description
Greek Turkey Meatballs with Lemon Orzo & Creamy Feta Yogurt Sauce is a deliciously satisfying Mediterranean dish. Tender turkey meatballs are paired with zesty lemon orzo and drizzled with a creamy feta yogurt sauce, making this recipe perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Enjoy a hearty meal that’s both nutritious and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
- Ground turkey
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh oregano
- Breadcrumbs
- Lemon zest
- Orzo pasta
- Greek yogurt
- Feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, chopped herbs, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until just mixed.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- While the meatballs bake, cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and toss with olive oil and lemon juice.
- For the sauce, mix Greek yogurt and crumbled feta cheese until smooth; season to taste.
- Serve meatballs over orzo, drizzled with feta sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, add minced garlic to the meatball mixture. Customize your dish by incorporating vegetables like spinach or bell peppers into the orzo. Leftover meatballs freeze well; store in an airtight container for up to three months.