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Greek Meatball Bowl

A delicious Greek Meatball Bowl featuring tender meatballs served over rice or quinoa, topped with fresh veggies and tzatziki sauce, perfect for a quick and family-friendly meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb ground beef or lamb Use either ground beef or lamb based on preference.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Regular or gluten-free breadcrumbs work.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Can substitute with other fresh herbs.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toasted for enhanced flavor if desired.
  • 1 egg Acts as a binder for the meatballs.
  • 1 tsp dried oregano Classic Greek herb for seasoning.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Adjust according to personal preference.
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa Choose based on dietary preference.
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes Fresh or canned tomatoes can be used.
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced Optional for serving.
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce Store-bought or homemade.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
Serving
  1. To serve, place your cooked rice or quinoa in a bowl, top with meatballs, diced tomatoes, cucumber, and a generous scoop of tzatziki sauce.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze separately for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven.