Description
A delicious and balanced Mediterranean-inspired bowl with juicy Greek meatballs, creamy tzatziki, and fresh veggies—perfect for a nutritious meal!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Greek Meatballs
- 500g ground beef or lamb (or a mix)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Bowl Base
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, basmati rice, or cauliflower rice
For the Fresh Veggies
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
For Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil drizzle
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Make the Meatballs:
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, red onion, parsley, dill, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into 1.5-inch meatballs.
Cook the Meatballs:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through. Alternatively, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Assemble the Bowl:
- Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top with meatballs, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
Drizzle and Garnish:
- Drizzle with tzatziki, sprinkle with feta cheese, and finish with olive oil. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Substitute rice with quinoa or lettuce for a low-carb option.
- Use dairy-free yogurt for a dairy-free version.
- Meal prep tip: Store meatballs and tzatziki separately for freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean