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Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki

Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki: A Flavorful Feast at Home

Discover the delicious Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, a vibrant dish packed with flavor and healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or lamb.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Add more if the mixture is too loose.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For drizzling.
For the Bowl
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice Fluffy.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted.
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce Creamy component.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice For brightness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and tools, including a mixing bowl and a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, fresh parsley, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, dried oregano, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Roll small portions of the meat mixture into balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle the meatballs lightly with olive oil for crispiness. Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven.
  5. Bake the meatballs for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
  6. Prepare the cooked white rice according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and keep warm.
  7. Combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and Kalamata olives in a medium bowl. Toss gently to mix.
  8. Assemble the bowls by beginning with a generous serving of rice, topped with meatballs, the fresh veggie mixture, a dollop of tzatziki, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best texture, avoid overworking the meat mixture. Allow tzatziki to chill for enhanced flavor before serving.

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