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Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki

Delicious Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki Joy

Enjoy a flavorful twist on comfort food with Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki, a dish loved by vegetarians and meat lovers alike.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 cup Green Lentils Cooked and mashed
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free for a gluten-free version
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Parsley Finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dill
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 large Egg Or flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or avocado oil
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Use unsweetened almond yogurt for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grated and squeezed dry
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the cooked green lentils in a mixing bowl until mostly smooth.
  3. Combine mashed lentils with breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, dill, oregano, cumin, olive oil, salt, pepper, and the egg. Mix gently.
  4. Wet your hands and shape the lentil mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and place on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake the meatballs for 20–25 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
  6. In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and salt for the tzatziki.
  7. Chill the tzatziki in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  8. Serve the warm meatballs with tzatziki, lemon wedges, and cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These meatballs are versatile and can be served with salads, roasted vegetables, or in a pita. Adjust herbs to personal preference.

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