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Mediterranean Meatballs | Andrea Hardy Calgary Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
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Mediterranean Meatballs

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Andrea Hardy

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 lb pork
  • 2 eggs
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 Tbsp thyme
  • 4-6 cloves garlic
  • 2/3 cup grated parmesan
  • 2/3 – 1 cup breadcrumbs (I used cornflake crumbs)
  • Salt to taste – added ~ 1/2 tsp but it can be omitted if you’re watching your salt intake!
  • Toppings
  • Tzatziki
  • Lemon juice

Instructions

  • Pre heat oven to 350 degrees
  • Combine all spices, cheese, and bread crumbs
  • Whisk two eggs into the spice mixture
  • Mix with meat until combined
  • Roll into ~ 1 inch round balls, placing onto cookie sheet lined with foil
  • Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until meat has reached 165 degrees