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Mediterranean Meatballs with Herbed Tzatziki

Mediterranean Meatballs with Herbed Tzatziki

Juicy Mediterranean-spiced meatballs paired with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce. Serve with warm pita for a satisfying and flavorful meal inspired by the flavors of Greece.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef or a mix
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber grated and squeezed
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
Optional for Serving
  • pita bread or flatbread warmed
  • extra olive oil and parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Grater or Box Grater

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, mix together ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parsley, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until just combined. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
  2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches for 4–5 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked (internal temperature 160°F/71°C). Set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well and chill until ready to serve.
  4. Step 4: Serve meatballs with herbed tzatziki, warm pita or flatbread, and garnish with olive oil and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 27gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 360mgPotassium: 460mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 680IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 3mg

Notes

You can prep the tzatziki a day ahead for deeper flavor. For extra fiber, swap breadcrumbs with almond meal or oat flour. Leftover meatballs are great in wraps or on salads!

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