GREEK CHICKEN MEATBALL with TZATZIKI

Turn dinner into a Mediterranean feast with these healthy Greek meatballs with pasta and tzatziki!

Easy. Healthy. Delicious.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound ground chicken breast

• 1 egg

• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 pinch black pepper

• 1 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt

• 1 cup cucumber, diced

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)

• 1 teaspoon dried dill

• 1 teaspoon dried parsley

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1 1/2 cups protein pasta, dry

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled, plus more for serving

• Salt and pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, add the ground turkey, egg, parm cheese, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Gently mix until everything is well incorporated.

3. Roll the meatball mixture into 2-tablespoon balls, placing them onto the baking sheet.

4. Bake for 14-16 minutes until the turkey meatballs are cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.

5. While meatballs are cooking, cook the pasta according to the package directions.

6. Cut the cucumber lengthwise and scoop out the seeds, then dice it. Thank ¾ cup and transfer to a small bowl with the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried dill, dried parsley, and salt, and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed, then set aside.

7. In a medium bowl, add the halved cherry tomatoes, remaining 1/4 diced cucumber, and feta cheese, season with salt and pepper, and toss until well combined.

8. Once the turkey meatballs are cooked, prepare the bowls. Layer each bowl with pasta, and veggies, top with cooked meatballs, a dollop of tzatziki sauce, and a sprinkle of feta cheese.

NUTRITION FACTS (per serving)

Calories: 473

Protein: 44g

Carbs: 23g

Fat: 19g

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