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Irresistible Baked Greek Lentil Meatballs with Tzatziki

Golden baked Greek-style lentil meatballs served with a creamy, refreshing tzatziki sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lentil Meatballs
  • 1.5 cups cooked lentils well-drained
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mash lentils gently in a bowl, leaving some texture.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
  4. Combine all ingredients and mix well.
  5. Shape into balls and place on baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.

Notes

Serve warm with tzatziki and fresh herbs.