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Mediterranean Meatball Appetizer with Tzatziki Sauce: Discover the Perfect Recipe!

A delicious Mediterranean meatball appetizer served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber grated and excess moisture squeezed out
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  6. Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving with the tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.

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