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Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies

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A healthy and flavorful Greek-inspired bowl featuring juicy meatballs, creamy tzatziki, fresh veggies, and rice. This dish is perfect for a balanced and satisfying meal. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a delicious and vibrant way to enjoy a taste of Greece at home!

Ingredients

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  1. For the Greek Meatballs 🍖

    • 500g ground beef or lamb (or a mix)
    • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free) 🍞
    • 1 egg 🥚
    • 2 garlic cloves (minced) 🧄
    • 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped) 🧅
    • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped) 🌿
    • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped) 🌿
    • 1 tsp dried oregano 🌿
    • 1/2 tsp ground cumin 🌿
    • Salt & pepper to taste 🧂

    For the Tzatziki Sauce 🌿

    • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 🥛
    • 1/4 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed to remove water) 🥒
    • 1 garlic clove (minced) 🧄
    • 1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
    • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped) 🌿
    • Juice of 1/2 lemon 🍋
    • Salt & pepper to taste 🧂

    For the Bowl Base 🍚

    • 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, basmati rice, or cauliflower rice

    For the Fresh Veggies 🥗

    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved) 🍅
    • 1 cup cucumber (sliced) 🥒
    • 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced) 🧅

    For Garnish (Optional) 🌿

    • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 🧀
    • 1 tbsp olive oil drizzle 🫒
    • Lemon wedges for serving 🍋

Instructions

  • Make the Meatballs:
    In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, red onion, parsley, dill, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined. Roll into small meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter).

  • Cook the Meatballs:
    Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and fully cooked through. Alternatively, bake them at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

  • Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
    In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well and chill in the fridge until ready to serve.

  • Assemble the Bowl:
    Divide the cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top each with meatballs, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.

 

  • Drizzle and Garnish:
    Drizzle with tzatziki sauce, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, and finish with a drizzle of olive oil. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap out the ground beef for lamb or a mix for a more traditional Greek flavor.
  • Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version of this dish.

 

  • For an even quicker meal, use pre-cooked rice or skip cooking the meatballs entirely and use store-bought options

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