Ingredients
– For the Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground beef or lamb
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– For the Bowl:
– 2 cups cooked quinoa or rice
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 cup mixed greens
– 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
– 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– For the Dressing:
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 3 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
These ingredients come together beautifully to create a delicious Greek Meatball Bowl that is sure to please everyone’s palate.
Instructions
Creating the Greek Meatball Bowl is simple. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the meatballs.
2. Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Shape the Meatballs: Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake the Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.
5. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Set aside.
6. Assemble the Bowls: In serving bowls, layer quinoa or rice, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
7. Add the Meatballs: Top each bowl with a generous portion of the baked meatballs.
8. Drizzle with Dressing: Pour the dressing over each bowl, ensuring everything is well-coated.
9. Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle additional parsley or feta on top for an extra touch.
These straightforward steps will lead you to a mouthwatering Greek Meatball Bowl that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g