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Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki

Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki for Easy Comfort

These Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki offer a satisfying, protein-packed vegetarian meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 cup Green Lentils Cooked until tender
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free if needed
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced (fresh preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dill Dried or fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 large Egg Flax egg for vegan option
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Dairy-free alternative if needed
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grated, water squeezed out
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh preferred

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • potato masher

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mash the cooked lentils mostly smooth. Stir in breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, dill, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, olive oil, and egg. Mix gently.
  3. Form 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs and place on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  4. Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway for even cooking. Optionally broil for an extra 1-2 minutes.
  5. Prepare the tzatziki by whisking together yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Chill for at least 20 minutes.
  6. Serve warm meatballs with tzatziki, garnished with cucumber slices and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven.

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