Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce (Keftedes)

Name: Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce (Keftedes)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1 medium seedless cucumber, grated (about 1 cup); 4 teaspoons McCormick® Greek Seasoning; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 pound ground beef; 1/2 pound ground pork or lamb; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons McCormick® Greek Seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 large egg

By: McCormick Kitchens

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Welcome the inviting flavors of the Mediterranean into your home with this popular Greek appetizer - keftedes. Starring the robust, herby flavor of McCormick® Greek Seasoning, these Greek meatballs can be enjoyed as a light bite or served with Tzatziki, sliced fresh vegetables, and toasted pita for a complete meal.

Recipe Info

Prep Time:

15m
Cook Time:

20m
Ingredients:

11
User Rating:

Ingredients

Tzatziki Sauce
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 medium seedless cucumber, grated (about 1 cup)
4 teaspoons McCormick® Greek Seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
Keftedes
1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork or lamb
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons McCormick® Greek Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg

Nutrition Information

(per serving)

Key products

McCormick® Greek Seasoning, 7.42 oz

Instructions

For the Tzatziki, squeeze grated cucumber to drain any excess liquid. Mix cucumber and remaining ingredients in medium bowl. Cover. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
For the Keftedes, preheat oven to 350°F. Line shallow baking pan with foil and spray with no-stick cooking spray. Set aside. Place all ingredients in large bowl. Mix just until well blended. Form into 1-inch meatballs. Arrange meatballs on prepared pan.
Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Serve with Tzatziki, sliced fresh vegetables and toasted pita, if desired.