Description
Savor the flavors of the Mediterranean with these Greek turkey meatballs drizzled in a creamy tahini yogurt sauce. Infused with fresh herbs and spices, these tender meatballs are complemented by a nutty, tangy sauce that transforms any meal into an extraordinary experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners, gatherings, or special occasions, this dish is sure to delight your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup tahini paste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 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, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, pepper, and toasted pine nuts. Mix gently until combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While meatballs bake, whisk together tahini paste, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Serve warm meatballs drizzled with tahini yogurt sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg