Description
Experience a burst of Mediterranean flavors with this Greek Meatball Bowl! Juicy meatballs made from quality ground beef or lamb are served over fluffy rice or zesty quinoa, accompanied by fresh veggies and a creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish brings warmth and comfort, making it a favorite for family gatherings. Each bite is a celebration of flavor that transports you to sun-kissed shores.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (tomatoes and cucumbers), chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef/lamb, onion, garlic, parsley, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix gently until combined.
- Form small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While baking, cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls by layering rice/quinoa first, adding meatballs, chopped vegetables, and topping with tzatziki and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg