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Turkey-Feta Meatballs with Lemony Tahini Sauce, Roasted Carrots & Mint
- 35 min
- 2–6 servings
- 701 kcal / serving
- ★ 4.3 on Mealime
Turkey-feta meatballs mingle with lemony tahini sauce and roasted carrots for a light, savory bite. The dish comes together in about 35 minutes, making a satisfying weeknight option with simple prep and minimal fuss.
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Ingredients
- 6 mediumcarrots
- ½ (4 oz) pkgcrumbled feta cheese
- 1egg
- 1 small pkgfresh mint
- ½ small bunchgreen onions (scallions)
- ¾ lbground turkey
- 1lemon
- eggs
- lemons
From the pantry: black pepper, coriander, ground, crushed red pepper, cumin, ground, extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, panko bread crumbs, salt, tahini
Cookware
baking sheet pan · chef's knife · citrus juicer (optional) · colander · cutting board · measuring cups · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · nonstick skillet · oven mitts · tongs · whisk or fork
Directions
- Toss the carrots with oil and your chosen spices, then spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- In a bowl, combine the ground turkey, feta, bread crumbs, egg, and spices. Blend until just combined, then shape the mixture into small meatballs.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a thin layer of oil once hot.
- Brown the meatballs in the skillet, turning to color them on all sides; they won’t be fully cooked yet, about 3–4 minutes.
- Scoop the meatballs onto the baking sheet with the carrots and slide the sheet into the oven; roast until the carrots are deep brown and the meatballs are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- While everything roasts, juice half a lemon into a small bowl. Whisk in tahini, water, and a pinch of spices to make the sauce.
- Unfurl the roasted carrots and nestle the meatballs among them on the sheet. Return to the oven briefly if needed to finish cooking.
- Plate the carrots and meatballs, drizzle with the tahini sauce, and garnish with sliced green onions and mint. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing.
Two tips
- Make ahead: prepare the meatball mixture up to shaping and refrigerate before cooking.
- For a fresh finish, finish with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of mint just before serving.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 701 kcal
- Protein
- 48 g
- Carbs
- 37 g
- Fat
- 43 g
- Fiber
- 10 g
- Sodium
- 621 mg
Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.
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