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Healthy Greek Meatball and Tzatziki Bowl for Weeknights

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This Healthy Greek Meatball and Tzatziki Bowl is a fresh Mediterranean-inspired dinner made with tender herb-seasoned meatballs, creamy homemade tzatziki, and crisp vegetables served over rice or grains. It’s a balanced, protein-packed meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • large mixing bowl
  • small mixing bowl
  • box grater
  • kitchen towel
  • mixing spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef (or 1/2 beef and 1/2 lamb)
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for tzatziki)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (for tzatziki)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous
  • cherry tomatoes, halved
  • sliced cucumber
  • sliced red onion
  • kalamata olives (optional)
  • crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • fresh parsley or dill for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground meat, red onion, garlic, parsley, dill, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  • Mix gently until just combined — avoid overworking the meat to keep meatballs tender.
  • Form mixture into 1½-inch meatballs and place them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel.
  • In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir until smooth and chill in the fridge until ready to serve.
  • Start with a base of cooked rice, quinoa, or couscous.
  • Arrange baked meatballs on top.
  • Add fresh vegetables: cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and olives.
  • Spoon tzatziki generously over the meatballs and sprinkle with feta and fresh herbs.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatballs tender. Be sure to squeeze excess moisture from the grated cucumber so the tzatziki stays thick and creamy. Meatballs can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Adjust herbs and spices to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSodium: 550mgFiber: 3g
Keyword greek meatball bowl, healthy greek dinner, mediterranean meatballs, tzatziki bowl, weeknight greek bowl
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