Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greece with this Greek Meatball Bowl featuring Tzatziki, Rice, and Fresh Veggies. This wholesome dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 40 minutes—but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Each bowl is a delightful combination of tender, savory meatballs made from high-quality ground beef, creamy tzatziki sauce, and a rainbow of fresh vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this meal is both nutritious and satisfying. Enjoy the balance of textures and flavors that will transport you straight to the Mediterranean!
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs (1 to 1.5 inches in diameter) and place on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through and browned.
- Prepare cooked rice as per package instructions and mix chopped veggies in a separate bowl.
- Assemble bowls with rice at the bottom, topped with veggies and meatballs. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg