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My Greek turkey meatballs are made with lean turkey, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, Panko, feta cheese and a flavorful Greek seasoning! These make the perfect little dinner and they’re ready in just 25 minutes!
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If you were here in the early days of this blog, you probably got a little overwhelmed with the amount of Mexican inspired dishes we shared.
It has always been my favorite cuisine.
And then I discovered Greek food and now I worry that I’m overwhelming people with my love of Greek and Mediterranean flavors.
Sun-dried tomatoes. Feta. Kalamata olives. Lemons. Oregano. Just…yes. I want all of that all of the time.
These Greek turkey meatballs are an absolute dream, with their zippy pop of sun-dried tomatoes, the salty bite of feta, the Greek seasoning that I literally want to sprinkle on everything…
And if you serve these with our easy tzatziki sauce for dipping, you are going to basically look like a hero at the dinner table. Add a side of our Greek rice and maybe our Greek cucumber salad and you have dinner!
Ingredient Notes:
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Ground Turkey – These homemade Greek turkey meatballs begin with lean, ground turkey. It’s so tasty and a perfectly healthy alternative to pork or beef. Use chicken if that’s what you have on hand.
Egg – This acts as a binding that will hold all of the ingredients together and help the turkey meatballs to keep their shape.
Panko Bread Crumbs – A classic favorite, Panko bread crumbs are so good! These help keep the meatballs light and moist.
Spinach – Some freshly chopped spinach is a wonderful way to add a nutritious boost to these lean turkey meatballs.
Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil – Adding some minced sun-dried tomatoes in oil is another great way boost the flavor of these Greek meatballs. We’re obsessed with the zippy flavor they provide and a little goes a long way.
Feta – A classic ingredient in Greek cuisine, this will add lots of flavor and help to keep the meatballs from drying out. It adds a salty, creamy punch to the meatballs.
Greek Seasoning – We love Cavender’s Greek Seasoning! It’s one of our favorite seasoning blends and works well in a lot of recipes. If you use a different brand of seasoning you may need to add salt depending on how salty the seasoning is that you are using.
What We Love About This Recipe:
- Flavorful: These Greek turkey meatballs are bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors that will transport your taste buds to Greece.
- Health-Conscious: Made with lean turkey and baked instead of fried, these meatballs offer a healthier alternative to traditional beef meatballs, without compromising on taste or satisfaction.
- Easy to Make: Whip up these mouthwatering meatballs effortlessly, as the recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients and preparation.
- Versatile: Enjoy these Greek turkey meatballs as a main course, appetizer, or as a delicious addition to salads and wraps, offering endless possibilities for creativity.
- Meal Prep: Prepare a batch of these meatballs in advance and enjoy the convenience of having a flavorful and protein-packed option readily available for quick meals throughout the week. Place them in your meal prep containers with a side of rice, a dollop of tzatziki, and fresh veggies tossed in our homemade Greek dressing.
- Family-Friendly: These Greek turkey meatballs are loved by both kids and adults, making them a family-friendly choice for satisfying even the pickiest of eaters.
How to Make Greek Turkey Meatballs:
Mix: While your oven preheats you can begin preparing the meatball mixture! Add all of the turkey meatball ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir it well with a wooden spoon. Alternatively, use your hands to combine it.
Helpful Tip!
If you don’t have any Greek seasoning available you can use ½ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper as a substitute.
Roll: When the turkey meatball mixture is well combined divide it into 12 separate pieces and roll each of those into a ball.
Note: If you would like smaller, appetizer sized turkey meatballs you can divide the meatball mixture into 24 balls. Reduce the bake time from 13 to 8 minutes or until they’re cooked through.
Bake: Place the meatballs onto a large prepared baking sheet and cook for 13 minutes or until they are cooked through. If you aren’t certain check with a meat thermometer. Turkey needs to reach 165 degrees to be safe.
My Favorite Thermometer!
I love using this meat thermometer for making sure the meat is fully cooked! Easy for beginners & absolutely worth the low cost.
Serve: You will want to serve these Greek turkey meatballs hot from the oven! We like to squeeze a bit of fresh lemon juice over them, and you can’t forget my homemade tzatziki sauce for dipping!
Greek meatballs are perfect for use in a pita wrap with some fresh veggies and tzatziki. They’d also be great served over my Greek rice or with a fresh salad topped with my homemade Greek dressing!
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs:
You can also prepare these Greek turkey meatballs in an air fryer! Using the air fryer is a quick and easy way to cook the meatballs.
It’ll only take about 7 minutes or so at 400 degrees in the air fryer or until they have cooked through. Be sure they reach a safe temp of 165 degrees.
FAQ’s:
If you have leftovers you can keep them stored in an airtight container in your refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. You could also freeze them for up to a few months. Reheat in the microwave or the oven.
These Greek meatballs will take about 13 minutes at 500 degrees. This could vary depending on the size of the meatballs. Use a meat thermometer to make sure they reach an internal temp of 165 degrees.
You could prepare the uncooked Greek turkey meatballs and store them in an airtight container in the fridge until you are ready to cook them. I would recommend cooking them within 1 to 2 days.
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MORE GREEK-Inspired RECIPES!
- Greek Orzo Pasta Salad
- Greek Pasta Salad
- Greek Turkey Burgers
- Greek Fries
- Greek Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner
- Greek Chicken Pita
- Greek Chicken Kabobs
Greek Turkey Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup panko bread crumbs
- ¼ cup chopped fresh spinach
- ¼ cup minced sun-dried tomatoes
- ¼ cup crumbled feta
- 1 ½ teaspoons Greek seasoning blend see notes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Spray a large baking sheet with non-stick spray.
- Add all of the ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir well with a wooden spoon or use your hands to combine the mixture.
- Divide the mixture into 12 pieces and roll into balls.
- Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 13 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve hot with a squeeze of fresh lemon or tzatziki for dipping.
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