Ingredients
– 1 lb ground turkey (preferably 93/7 lean)
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 large red onion, grated or finely chopped
– 1 egg, beaten
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or a low-carb/gluten-free substitute
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried dill
– 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon pepper
– 2 tablespoons oil for cooking (such as olive oil, avocado oil, or vegetable oil)
Instructions
1-First Step: Gather and Mix the Ingredients Start by combining all the ingredients in a large bowl. Add 1 lb ground turkey, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 large red onion (grated or finely chopped), 1 beaten egg, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or substitute, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill or 1 tablespoon dried dill, 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Gently mix with your hands until everything is evenly incorporated, taking care not to overwork the mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
2-Second Step: Shape the Meatballs Form the mixture into 14 evenly sized meatballs. Use a small ice cream scoop or spoon for consistency, and wet your hands with water or oil to prevent sticking. This step ensures uniform cooking and helps with easy Greek turkey meatballs preparation.
3-Third Step: Heat the Oil and Cook Heat 2 tablespoons of oil, like olive or avocado oil, in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, turning them constantly to brown all sides evenly. Use this time to monitor the process, as the flavorful herbs will start to release their aroma.
4-Fourth Step: Check for Doneness Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F before removing from heat. This step is crucial for safety and to avoid a rubbery texture, keeping your Greek turkey meatballs moist and delicious.
5-Final Step: Serve and Enjoy Once cooked, let the meatballs rest for a minute. Serve them with homemade tzatziki sauce, alongside rice, salads, roasted veggies, or in meal prep bowls for a complete Greek turkey meatballs with tzatziki experience. For more meatball ideas, check out our BBQ meatballs recipe on the site.
Last Step:
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✅ For gluten-free preparation, swap breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or a suitable low-carb binding option.
⏲️ Avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery texture; cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F to keep meatballs moist.
🧊 Freeze uncooked shaped meatballs on a tray before transferring to an airtight container to store for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: High-Protein, Lean, Gluten-Free Option
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 meatballs
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
