Greek Meatball Bowl
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with Greek Meatball Bowls featuring juicy meatballs, creamy tzatziki, and fresh veggies over a bed of rice.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
For the Tzatziki
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 1 medium cucumber, grated squeezed dry
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
For Serving
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup fresh veggies (e.g., diced tomatoes and bell peppers)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix ground chicken or turkey, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Shape the mixture into one-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cooking
- Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- While meatballs bake, prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
Assembly
- Assemble bowls with rice as the base topped with meatballs, fresh veggies, and tzatziki sauce.
Notes
Serve Greek Meatball Bowls warm, with a generous dollop of tzatziki on top. Add additional toppings like olives or feta cheese for an extra burst of flavor. Store in separate airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat meatballs and rice before adding fresh veggies.