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Greek Meatball Bowl

Savory Greek Meatball Bowl for a Fresh Dinner Delight

Enjoy a flavorful Greek Meatball Bowl filled with juicy meatballs and vibrant vegetables, a perfect healthy dinner option.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Lamb or Beef Can substitute with ground turkey.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if necessary.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can be used.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Can substitute with coriander.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1 large Egg Can replace with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Substitutes include avocado oil or melted butter.
For the Bowl Base
  • 1 cup Quinoa or Rice Cauliflower rice is a low-carb alternative.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Sliced.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Omit for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce Combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, garlic, and lemon juice.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, pepper, and egg.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle the meatballs lightly with olive oil and bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. Prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Assemble the bowls with a base of quinoa or rice, followed by the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and meatballs.
  7. Finish with tzatziki sauce, feta cheese, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender. Allow tzatziki to rest before serving for enhanced flavor.

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