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Mediterranean Meatball Rice Bowl with Tzatziki & Fresh Veggies


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  • Author: Chef Billy
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Description

A vibrant and healthy bowl featuring juicy herb-infused meatballs over fluffy rice, topped with creamy tzatziki, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon drizzle.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef
  • 1/2 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Olive oil for cooking


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine ground meat, rice, red onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well and form into 1-inch meatballs.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning until browned and cooked through.
  3. In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to make tzatziki.
  4. Assemble bowls by dividing rice among four bowls. Top with meatballs, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, and feta.
  5. Drizzle with tzatziki, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Main
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean