Greek Turkey Meatballs with Lemon Orzo & Creamy Feta Yogurt Sauce

Name: Greek Turkey Meatballs with Lemon Orzo & Creamy Feta Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Greek, American
Ingredients: ½ cup plain greek yogurt; ½ cup feta crumbles; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; Freshly ground salt and black pepper, to taste; 1-3 teaspoons water to thin sauce so you can drizzle it over meatballs; 1 pound lean ground chicken or turkey (around 93% lean is best); 1 egg; ½ cup breadcrumbs; ¼ cup finely diced red onion (from about 1/4th large red onion); 3 cloves garlic, minced (or sub ½ teaspoon garlic powder); 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; ½ teaspoon dried oregano; ¾ teaspoon salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 red bell pepper, julienned; 1 orange bell pepper, julienned; 1 red onion, sliced; Freshly ground salt and pepper; 1 ⅓ cup orzo pasta (8 ounces); Juice from ½ lemon (about 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice); 1-2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil); Freshly ground salt and pepper, to taste; Optional: ½ cup pitted and sliced kalamata olives; Fresh torn mint and parsley; Optional: Pita bread

Instructions

Prep:40minCook:20min

Delicious Greek turkey meatballs with lemon orzo, tender veggies, and a creamy feta yogurt sauce. These healthy baked Greek turkey meatballs are filled with tons of wonderful herbs and make the perfect protein-packed weeknight meal!

Updated at: Fri, 22 Nov 2024 01:04:19 GMT