Description
A vibrant and satisfying Greek Meatball Bowl packed with flavor and freshness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Chopped vegetables (e.g., cucumber, tomato, red onion)
- Tzatziki sauce
- Pita bread or rice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the meatball ingredients in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-2 inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare your veggie toppings while the meatballs are baking, adding lemon juice and salt.
- Assemble your bowls with a base of rice or pita, meatballs, veggies, and tzatziki sauce.
- Enjoy your delicious Greek Meatball Bowl!
Notes
You can make the meatballs ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze them before baking. Substitute tzatziki sauce with yogurt mixed with cucumber if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Greek, Meatballs, Mediterranean, Healthy, Bowl