Flavorful Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki
Flavorful Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki are a wholesome and delicious dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Greece to your table. These tender lentil meatballs, infused with aromatic herbs, pair beautifully with creamy tzatziki sauce, making them perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Enjoy a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will leave everyone craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown lentils (cooked)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 1 cucumber (grated and drained)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare lentils by rinsing and boiling them in water for about 25-30 minutes until tender. Drain excess water.
- In a bowl, mix cooked lentils, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs and arrange them on a lined baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the meatballs for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a bowl.
- Serve warm meatballs with tzatziki sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 5mg