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Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies Recipe

Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies Recipe
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Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this delicious Greek Meatball Bowl featuring savory meatballs, fluffy rice, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki sauce.

Ingredients

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For the meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground beef or lamb
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons red onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking

For the bowl:

  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (halved)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill

For the tzatziki:

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed dry)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the meatballs: In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, garlic, red onion, parsley, mint, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs and cook in olive oil until browned and cooked through.
  2. Make the tzatziki: Mix yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready.
  3. Assemble the bowl: Divide rice between bowls, top with meatballs, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives, feta, and tzatziki. Garnish with herbs and serve.

Notes

  • Meatballs can be baked or air-fried instead of pan-fried.
  • Make extra tzatziki for additional uses.

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