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Mediterranean Meatballs with Yogurt & Feta Sauce

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1 lb. extra lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 egg
1/4 cup dry whole wheat bread crumbs
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 pkg. (4 oz.) feta cheese, crumbled
3/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 Tbsp. skim milk
1 clove garlic
1/3 cup chopped seeded tomato
1/3 cup chopped, seeded peeled cucumber
1 tsp. finely chopped fresh dill

Recipe Directions
MIX meat, parsley, egg, crumbs, minced garlic, salt and pepper. Shape into 1-inch meatballs.

HEAT oil in medium skillet on medium-low heat. Add meatballs. Cook 12 to 15 minutes or until cooked through, stirring occasionally.

MEANWHILE, place cheese, yogurt, milk and 1 clove garlic in food processor or blender container; cover. Process until smooth. Mix with tomato, cucumber and dill.

SERVE meatballs with yogurt sauce.

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