Description
Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of Greece with this flavorful Greek Meatball Bowl. Juicy meatballs made from ground beef or lamb are infused with fresh herbs and spices, simmered in a rich, herby tomato sauce, and served over a bed of fluffy grains. This vibrant dish is not just a meal but a delightful culinary experience perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat with breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, diced onion, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear meatballs in batches until browned on all sides and cooked through.
- In the same skillet, add crushed tomatoes along with additional oregano and lemon juice. Simmer until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Return meatballs to the sauce and stir gently to coat.
- Serve in bowls topped with crumbled feta cheese and more parsley alongside rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg