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Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki

Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki for Cozy Nights

Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki deliver satisfying Mediterranean flavors in a vegetarian dish, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 cup Green Lentils cooked until tender and mashed
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped yellow or sweet onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley or substitute with fresh mint
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano check for gluten-free options
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin adjust for milder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 large Egg or substitute with a flax egg for vegan version
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or use thick almond yogurt for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Grated Cucumber squeeze dry before mixing
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice to adjust taste preference

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  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 large bowl, then add breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, herbs, cumin, olive oil, egg, salt, and pepper; gently mix.
  3. Form the lentil mixture into balls about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and firm; broil for 1 to 2 minutes for extra crispiness.
  5. Prepare the tzatziki by whisking Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and herbs in a bowl; chill for at least 20 minutes.
  6. Serve warm meatballs with a dollop of tzatziki, garnished with lemon wedges and cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the lentil mixture for best texture. Prepare tzatziki ahead of time for deeper flavor.

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