This Juicy Mediterranean Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki & Herbed Rice is bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s a balanced meal of savory beef meatballs, fragrant herbed rice, vibrant veggies, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
1 lb ground beef or lamb
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
For the Herbed Rice:
2 cups cooked white rice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove moisture
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Toppings:
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
1/2 cup diced cucumber
Extra fresh parsley for garnish
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