Description
A vibrant and flavorful Greek Meatball Bowl combines juicy meatballs with fresh veggies and creamy Tzatziki for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup chopped fresh veggies (cucumber, bell peppers, and tomatoes)
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the ingredients in a large bowl: combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the meatballs for about 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and slightly browned.
- Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble the bowl by layering the cooked rice, meatballs, veggies, and drizzling Tzatziki sauce on top.
Notes
Prepare the meatballs in advance and refrigerate before baking. They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: meatballs, Greek cuisine, Mediterranean diet, healthy bowl, Tzatziki