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March 27, 2024

Greek Feta Meatballs

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Indulge in my delectable Greek feta meatballs served with lemon pepper orzo, a medley of fresh vegetables, and a tangy cucumber tzatziki sauce. A wholesome and flavorful delight awaits you!

Brace yourself for the most epic well rounded dish that will have your taste buds dancing with delight and leave you craving more. These meatballs are so plump, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Rolled with ground turkey meat, herbs, creamy feta cheese chunks and more, then baked to perfection with a fresh vegetable mix, this sheet pan meal can only be described as: magnificent.

Experience the ultimate meal prepping made easy with this Mediterranean masterpiece. While it may seem intricate, you will find that the preparation is rather simple! Most of the prep involves tossing ingredients together in a bowl and mixing, with half of the cooking done on a single sheet pan. This delectable meal features four components: Greek feta meatballs, lemon pepper orzo, a fresh vegetable mix, and cucumber tzatziki sauce. Perfect for individuals looking to plan their meals for the week, feeding a family or for hosting larger gatherings, this versatile dish allows for customization, ensuring everyone can enjoy it just the way they like.

One of the highlights of this dish is its versatility, allowing for easy customization. Below, I'll share some simple swaps and additional serving suggestions:

What other options are there?

  • Substitute the orzo with your preferred rice variety, tri-color pearl couscous (a personal favorite), or quinoa.
  • Enhance the dish with your favorite olives, capers, or artichokes.
  • Pair it with warmed pita bread on the side. Use it to create stuffed pita meatball sandwiches or as a delicious dipper for the flavorful sauces.
  • Add in produce such as: tomatoes, spinach, or marinated mushrooms.
  • Hummus! Scoop a dollop of your favorite hummus for added textures, flavors and sauces.

Can I make this as an appetizer and not for a full meal?

Absolutely! I strongly suggest serving the meatballs with just the cucumber tzatziki sauce or on their own for your upcoming book club, birthday bash, holiday gathering, or sports event. This versatile choice is perfect for both buffet-style setups and individual servings, offering your guests a tasty addition to their plates. If you go this route, consider doubling the portions to accommodate the number of guests you'll be hosting.

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Greek Feta Meatballs

Indulge in my delectable Greek feta meatballs served with lemon pepper orzo, a medley of fresh vegetables, and a tangy cucumber tzatziki sauce. A wholesome and flavorful delight awaits you!

Prep:
45
min
cook:
30
min
total:
75
min
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Author:

Michelle

Ingredients

For the Greek Feta Meatballs and Mixed Vegetables: 

  • 1 Lb. ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • ½ Cup italian style bread crumbs
  • ¼ Cup red onion, minced
  • 2 TBSP crumbled feta
  • 1 TBSP parsley, minced
  • 1 TBSP mint leaves, minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ TSP dried oregano
  • 1 TSP salt
  • ¼ TSP black pepper
  • 2 Red bell peppers, sliced
  • 2 Green bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 Red onion, sliced in half shape moons

For the Cucumber Tzatziki Sauce: 

  • 2 5.3 oz. small tubs Greek yogurt, 2% milk fat
  • 1 TBSP fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 TBSP olive oil
  • Fresh lemon juice from one full lemon
  • 1 TSP white vinegar or rice vinegar
  • 2 TBSP fresh dill, minced
  • 1 TSP salt
  • 1/4 TSP black pepper
  • ½ Cup cucumber, diced

For the Lemon Pepper Orzo:

  • 16 oz. Orzo
  • 2 TBSP olive oil
  • Zest from one lemon
  • Lemon juice from one lemon
  • ½ TSP black pepper
Instructions
    1. Start by making your tzatziki sauce. Prep and combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk well. Place in the fridge to cool while you prepare the other items.
    2. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    3. Slice your red bell pepper, green bell pepper and toss them in some olive oil, salt and pepper to your liking then dump your vegetables on your prepared baking sheet.
    4. In another bowl, add your ground turkey, egg, bread crumbs, feta cheese, parsley, mint leaves, oregano, garlic, red onion, salt and pepper. Using your hands, mix everything together.
    5. Using your hands, make about 1-2 inch meatballs and nestle and spread them out on your baking sheet with the veggies.
    6. Bake in the oven at 400 degrees for 18 minutes or until the meatballs are fully cooked.
    7. While the meatballs and veggies are cooking, prepare your orzo. Place a pot of salted water over high heat. Once boiling, add your orzo and cook for about 11 minutes or until al dente.
    8. When it is al dente, drain and place cooked orzo in a bowl. Add your lemon zest, lemon juice. Olive oil and black pepper. Mix well.
    9. When meatballs are done, meal prep and place your desired amount of orzo, vegetables and meatballs in a meal prep container or you can serve right away in a bowl. Serve with your prepared tzatziki sauce.
    10. ENJOY!

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Cynthia
October 9, 2023
The ingredient list is missing lemon slices, shallot and garlic.
Michael
July 5, 2023
Can I do this in a slow cooker instead of the oven?
Kevin
October 19, 2021
So delicious!
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