These Greek-style turkey meatballs combine lean ground turkey with oregano, cumin, coriander, lemon zest, fresh mint, and crumbled feta for a bright, herbaceous dish with briny depth. They're lighter than beef meatballs but packed with Mediterranean flavor.
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In a large bowl, whisk together oregano, cumin, coriander, lemon zest, mint, garlic, egg, and 1 tsp salt. Add the breadcrumbs, ground turkey, and feta, mixing together with your hands to incorporate. Using damp hands, roll the mixture into 15 balls about 1½ inches in diameter.
Grease a Suvie pan with cooking spray. Arrange meatballs in the prepared pan and place pan in the bottom zone of Suvie. Input cook settings and cook now or schedule.
Place 1 cup orzo in the Suvie starch strainer set within the Suvie pasta pot (green handles). Cover pot with lid and place inside the Suvie Starch Cooker, ensuring the pot is centered on the hot plate. Input settings and cook now or schedule.
After the meatballs have finished cooking, broil until browned, about 10-15 minutes. Remove meatballs from pan with a slotted spoon and discard any liquid remaining in the pan.
Transfer orzo to a bowl. Cut lemon in half and juice over the orzo. Sprinkle any extra mint over the rice and toss to incorporate. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide rice, meatballs, and tzatziki between bowls. Garnish with extra herbs.
Store cooled meatballs in an airtight container up to 4 days; reheat gently in a 350°F oven for 8–10 minutes or in a skillet over medium-low heat.
Yes. Form meatballs up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate on a parchment-lined tray, covered. Bake from cold, adding 2–3 minutes to cooking time.
Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Baking keeps them moist and prevents splitting.
Ricotta salata or crumbled goat cheese work well. Avoid soft cheeses like ricotta, which break down during baking.
Use ¼ teaspoon dried mint; dried is more concentrated. Fresh mint and dill deliver better brightness and are preferred.
Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center, or cut one open—no pink inside.
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