Description
Greek Turkey Meatballs are a flavorful and healthy twist on traditional meatballs, packed with Mediterranean spices and feta cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, these juicy meatballs can be served with pita, tzatziki, or over couscous for a satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, feta cheese, parsley, oregano, garlic, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into small balls (about one inch in diameter) and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Serve warm with pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Experiment with spices like red pepper flakes or lemon zest for added flavor. These meatballs freeze well; consider making a double batch for quick future meals. Pair with a Greek salad or grains like quinoa to create a complete meal.