Description
Dive into the vibrant tastes of the Mediterranean with our Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies. This delicious dish features juicy meatballs, creamy tzatziki sauce, and a colorful array of fresh vegetables, making it a perfect choice for any meal—from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, this bowl allows you to create a nourishing and flavorful experience that will impress family and friends alike. In just about 40 minutes, you can enjoy a wholesome meal bursting with Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Fresh veggies (e.g., diced tomatoes and bell peppers)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken or turkey, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into one-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed dry), lemon juice, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- To serve, layer rice in bowls and top with meatballs, fresh veggies, and tzatziki sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg