Description
A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired bowl featuring juicy Greek-style meatballs, fresh vegetables, fluffy grains, and a creamy yogurt sauce.
Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) ground beef or ground lamb
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1/3 cup (40 g) breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
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1 small onion, finely grated (about 75 g)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup (15 g) fresh parsley, chopped
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 cup (180 g) rice or quinoa
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2 cups (480 ml) water or vegetable broth
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1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup (120 g) cucumber, diced
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1/2 cup (75 g) red onion, sliced
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1/4 cup (40 g) olives, sliced
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1 cup (240 g) plain Greek-style yogurt
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 clove garlic, grated
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1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley
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1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
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Soak breadcrumbs in milk for 2 minutes.
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Mix all meatball ingredients until just combined.
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Shape into 1 1/2-inch meatballs.
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Cook meatballs in olive oil over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally.
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Cook rice or quinoa in water or broth until tender.
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Whisk yogurt sauce ingredients until smooth.
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Assemble bowls with grains, meatballs, vegetables, and yogurt sauce.
Notes
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Meatballs can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to three days.
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Adjust vegetables and grains to suit seasonal availability.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes