Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
A delightful dish of juicy meatballs served with refreshing tzatziki sauce, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound 85/15 ground beef
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
For the tzatziki sauce
- 1/2 cup diced seedless cucumber
- 2 cloves fresh garlic
- 1/2 cup fresh dill
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- Juice of one lemon lemon
- to taste Salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, fresh herbs, onion, garlic, spices, salt, and pepper. Mix everything by hand until well combined.
- Scoop the meat mixture to form meatballs and roll them in your hands. Place the meatballs on a greased sheet pan.
Cooking
- Bake at 425 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Making Tzatziki Sauce
- For the tzatziki sauce, pulse the cucumber, garlic, and dill in a food processor until finely chopped.
- Mix this with the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and salt. Chill until ready to serve.
Serving
- Serve the meatballs with the refreshing tzatziki sauce.
Notes
Store the meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The tzatziki sauce can also be kept in the fridge for about a week. If you want to save some for later, you can freeze the meatballs for up to 3 months. Just make sure to thaw them in the fridge before reheating. Adjust the spices and herbs according to your taste preference.