Description
This Greek Meatball Bowl is a delicious and nutritious meal, packed with juicy homemade meatballs, fluffy rice, fresh veggies, and a creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce. It’s a perfect blend of Mediterranean flavors that’s easy to make and great for meal prepping. The savory meatballs, along with refreshing veggies and cooling tzatziki, make this bowl a satisfying and vibrant meal!
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef (or lamb, or chicken)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (preferably full-fat)
- 1/2 cucumber, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine rice)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
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Make the Meatballs:
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. -
Prepare the Meatball Mixture:
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, and egg. Mix everything together until fully combined. -
Form the Meatballs:
Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. -
Bake the Meatballs:
Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked through and browned on the outside. They should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Make the Tzatziki Sauce:
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix everything well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Assemble the Bowl:
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Cook the Rice:
Prepare your rice according to package instructions. If using leftover rice, simply heat it up. -
Prepare the Fresh Veggies:
Slice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. If using olives, slice the Kalamata olives. -
Assemble the Bowl:
To assemble each bowl, place a serving of rice in the bottom. Top with a few meatballs, fresh veggies (tomatoes, cucumber, onion), and olives (if using). Drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce. -
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley and a wedge of lemon for an extra burst of flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Notes
- You can swap out ground beef for ground lamb or chicken if you prefer.
- The meatballs can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage.
- Feel free to add more veggies like bell peppers or roasted eggplant for extra flavor.
- This recipe is perfect for meal prep! Simply store the components in separate containers and assemble as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg