Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies
Delve into a flavorful Greek Meatball Bowl, where tender meatballs meet fluffy rice, topped with creamy tzatziki and vibrant fresh veggies. This wholesome dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, making it perfect for quick weeknight dinners or gatherings. With customizable ingredients and simple preparation steps, this bowl is sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken (or beef)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup mixed veggies (bell peppers, tomatoes)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and gather all ingredients.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken (or beef), breadcrumbs, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch) and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, additional garlic if desired, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve meatballs over rice with fresh vegetables and drizzle generously with tzatziki.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg