december recipe

Turkey Meatballs with Roasted Veg & Lemon-Dill Yogurt Sauce

Serves: 2

Time: 30–35 minutes

Turkey Meatballs

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground turkey (93% or 99% lean)

• 1 egg

• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for lighter)

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)

• Salt & pepper

• Olive oil spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).

2. Mix all meatball ingredients in a bowl.

3. Roll into small meatballs (about 14–16).

4. Place on a parchment-lined sheet.

5. Spray lightly with olive oil.

6. Bake 15–18 minutes until golden and cooked through.

Roasted Veggies

Ingredients:

• 1 large sweet potato OR baby potatoes, diced

• 1 cup broccoli or broccolini

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt, pepper

• Optional: paprika or garlic powder

Instructions:

1. On a separate tray, toss veggies with olive oil + seasonings.

2. Roast at 400°F for 22–28 minutes, until crisp outside & soft inside.

3. (Tip: Put the veggies in first for 10 minutes, then add the meatballs so it all finishes together.)

Lemon-Dill Yogurt Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

• Juice of 1/2 lemon

• 1–2 tsp dill (fresh or dried)

• 1 small garlic clove grated (or garlic powder)

• Salt + pepper

• Tiny drizzle of olive oil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix everything together in a small bowl.

2. Adjust lemon/salt depending on your taste.

To Serve:

• Plate roasted veggies

• Top with warm turkey meatballs

• Drizzle with yogurt sauce

• Add extra dill or lemon if you want it fresh and bright

Grocery List (10 items):

• Ground turkey

• Egg

• Breadcrumbs or almond flour

• Sweet potato or baby potatoes

• Broccoli or broccolini

• Greek yogurt

• Lemon

• Dill

• Garlic

• Olive oil