Greek Turkey Meatballs

Greek Turkey Meatballs

Tender baked turkey meatballs seasoned with feta, lemon, garlic, oregano, parsley, and mint.

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat the oven to 220°C. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with 15 ml of the olive oil.

    Ingredients used: 15.0 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Cookware: baking sheet

  2. Step 2

    Combine the breadcrumb, feta, red onion, garlic, egg, parsley, mint, oregano, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl.

    Ingredients used: 1.0 gr Black Pepper, 55.0 gr Breadcrumb, 2.0 gr Dried Oregano, 1.0 piece Egg, 100.0 gr Feta Cheese, 8.0 gr Fresh Mint, 9.0 gr Garlic, 30.0 ml Lemon Juice, 15.0 gr Parsley, 80.0 gr Red Onion, 6.0 gr Salt

    Cookware: mixing bowl

  3. Step 3

    Add the turkey and mix gently until the seasonings are evenly incorporated.

    Ingredients used: 680.0 gr Ground Turkey

    Cookware: mixing bowl

  4. Step 4

    Shape the mixture into 16 evenly sized meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. Brush them with the remaining 15 ml olive oil.

    Ingredients used: 15.0 ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    Cookware: baking sheet

  5. Step 5

    Bake until browned and the centers reach 74°C, about 15–18 minutes.

    Timer: 16 min (fixed)

    Cookware: baking sheet, instant-read thermometer

  6. Step 6

    Rest the meatballs for 5 minutes before serving.

    Timer: 5 min (fixed)

    Cookware: baking sheet

Nutrition (Estimated)

Food safety

Caution: moderate

Do not taste the uncooked mixture. Cook every meatball to an internal temperature of 74°C. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days.

Risk factors

  • raw ground poultry
  • raw egg
  • hand shaping

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