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Greek Meatball Bowls: The Incredible Ultimate Recipe for Flavor Lovers


  • Author: Clara Walker
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground beef or turkey
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
– 1 cup chopped cucumber
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– Lemon wedges, for serving


Instructions

Making delicious Greek Meatball Bowls is simple when you follow these step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced apart.

4. Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned on the outside.

5. Prepare Rice: While the meatballs are baking, cook rice according to package instructions if you’re not using pre-cooked rice.

6. Chop Vegetables: Chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion as the meatballs bake.

7. Assemble the Bowls: In a bowl, create a base layer of rice. Top this with several meatballs, followed by chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.

8. Add Tzatziki: Drizzle tzatziki sauce generously over each bowl.

9. Garnish and Serve: Serve with lemon wedges on the side, which can be squeezed over the bowl for extra flavor.

With these easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll have a spectacular meal ready in no time!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 35g