Description
This Irresistible Greek Meatball Bowl recipe brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Enjoy tender, herb-infused meatballs nestled in a rich tomato sauce, complemented by fluffy grains and fresh vegetables. It’s an easy, flavorful, and customizable meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground lamb or a mix of ground beef and pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
- Chopped cucumber
- Diced tomatoes
- Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh dill or parsley, for garnish
- Tzatziki sauce, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, parsley, mint, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- Add crushed tomatoes, broth, and 1 teaspoon sugar to the skillet. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon oregano. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the browned meatballs to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To assemble the Irresistible Greek Meatball Bowls, place a serving of cooked rice or quinoa in each bowl.
- Top with several Greek meatballs and a generous amount of tomato sauce.
- Add chopped cucumber, diced tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh dill or parsley.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use lean ground turkey or chicken.
- You can add chopped bell peppers or zucchini to the sauce for extra vegetables.
- If you don’t have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but reduce the amount slightly.
- This Irresistible Greek Meatball Bowl recipe can be prepped ahead of time. The meatballs and sauce can be made a day in advance and reheated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg