Greek Turkey Meatball Salad
It’s no secret I’m a big salad girl. But there’s nothing more blah than a basic boring salad so make no mistake, those aren’t welcome here. This Greek-inspired turkey meatball salad is no exception. It is quick and easy to make, perfect for meal prep, and will make your mouth water every time.
Here are the details:
For the Meatballs:
1 lb pasture raised ground turkey
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
2 tbs flour (I used all purpose gluten free)
2 eggs
1 tbs minced garlic
2 tbs basil (fresh preferred but dried works too)
2 tsp oregano
2 tsp dill
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
1 tsp pepper
Mix together all ingredients in a bowl, scoop into balls
Cook in air fryer on 400F for 9 mins or oven on 400 for 12 mins
For the Tzatziki:
1 cup plain greek yogurt
1/4 cup fresh chopped dill
1 tbs (heaping) minced garlic
Juice from 1 whole lemon
1/2 cup cucumber chopped
Mix all ingredients well.
For the Salad:
arugula
cherry tomatoes, chopped
cucumbers, chopped
kalamata olives, halved
red onion, diced finely
For the Dressing:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tbs red wine vinegar
1 tbs honey
juice from 1/2 lemon
Salt to taste
Whisk together.
Prepare meatballs and put in oven/air fryer. Make the tzatziki, whisk together the dressing, and prep the salad.
Add meatballs on top of salad, add tzatziki and dressing, and enjoy!