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Greek Meatball Bowl Recipe

Greek Meatball Bowl Recipe
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A delicious and healthy Greek Meatball Bowl featuring baked chicken or turkey meatballs served over a bed of rice with fresh vegetables and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This recipe combines Mediterranean flavors in a quick and easy meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground chicken or turkey (You can also use ground beef or lamb.)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • 1 medium cucumber, grated (Make sure to squeeze out excess moisture.)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp salt (Adjust to taste.)
  • 1/2 tsp pepper (Adjust to taste.)

Assembly

  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown) (You can use pre-cooked rice for convenience.)
  • 1 cup fresh veggies (e.g., diced tomatoes and bell peppers) (Use your choice of fresh vegetables.)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the meatballs. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken or turkey with breadcrumbs, freshly chopped parsley, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Forming Meatballs: Shape the mixture into uniform one-inch meatballs to ensure even cooking. Place the meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet, making sure they are spaced slightly apart.
  3. Baking Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through in the center. This slow baking enhances their flavor and texture without needing to fry.
  4. Preparing Tzatziki Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, make the tzatziki sauce by combining the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (with excess water squeezed out), freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  5. Cook Rice: Prepare the rice according to the package instructions, using either white or brown rice depending on your preference. Fluff the rice once cooked to keep it light and fluffy for serving.
  6. Assemble the Bowl: To build your Greek Meatball Bowl, start with a base of cooked rice in each serving bowl. Top with warm meatballs, add your choice of fresh veggies such as diced tomatoes and bell peppers, and finish by drizzling with the chilled tzatziki sauce. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • You can swap ground chicken or turkey with ground beef or lamb depending on your preference.
  • Squeezing out excess moisture from the cucumber in the tzatziki sauce is crucial to avoid a watery sauce.
  • Feel free to customize the fresh veggies based on seasonal availability or personal choice.
  • This recipe is best served immediately but leftover components can be stored separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

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