Greek Meatballs in Tomato Yogurt Mint Sauce

Elevate your dinner game with these irresistibly tender Greek Meatballs in Tomato Yogurt Mint Sauce, a Mediterranean-inspired delight that combines bold spices with a creamy, tangy finish. Made with a flavorful mix of ground beef and pork, each meatball is infused with garlic, parsley, cumin, and oregano for a perfect balance of savory and aromatic notes. The meatballs are simmered to perfection in a rich tomato sauce, then finished with velvety Greek yogurt, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and a refreshing hint of mint. This one-pan wonder is ready in just under an hour and pairs beautifully with warm pita bread, fluffy rice, or a crisp cucumber salad for a complete, satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining, this recipe delivers hearty comfort with a Mediterranean twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 250 g Ground pork
• 50 g Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 400 ml Passata (tomato puree)
• 150 g Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp Fresh mint, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 120 ml Water
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped red onion, parsley, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients together using clean hands until well combined, but avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a ping-pong ball. You should get around 20-25 meatballs.

Step 4

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, searing them on all sides until browned (about 5-6 minutes per batch). Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the passata, water, and sugar. Stir to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the lid and stir in the Greek yogurt, chopped fresh mint, and lemon juice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the sauce is creamy and well combined.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the Greek meatballs hot, garnished with additional chopped mint if desired. Pair with warm pita bread, rice, or a refreshing cucumber salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1684.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2696.5

Total Fat 181.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 781.4mg	0%
Sodium 3868.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.0g
Protein 180.5g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 445.6mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 2907.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 26.5%

Carbs: 13.4%