
Recipe
Turkey and Zucchini Meatballs with Yogurt
Tender baked turkey meatballs kept moist with grated zucchini, served with lemon yogurt. Squeezing only part of the zucchini moisture balances tenderness and structure.
- Prep
- 15 minutes
- Cook
- 20 minutes
- Total
- 35 minutes
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- Mediterranean-inspired
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 210°C and line a tray. Lightly squeeze the grated zucchini once; it should remain slightly moist.
- 2
Mix turkey, zucchini, breadcrumbs, egg, scallions, and oregano just until combined.
- 3
Shape into 16 meatballs with damp hands and brush with olive oil.
- 4
Bake for 16 to 20 minutes, turning once, until browned and safely cooked through.
- 5
Mix yogurt and lemon juice and serve alongside the hot meatballs.
Cooking Tips
- Overmixing ground turkey makes the meatballs firm; stop when ingredients are distributed.
- Make the meatballs equal in size so they finish together.