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Greek Meatball Bowl Recipe

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This Greek Meatball Bowl is a delightful combination of flavorful seasoned meatballs, crispy roasted potatoes, fresh vibrant salad, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a wholesome and comforting meal that balances protein, vegetables, and herbs with traditional Greek flavors.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 pound (500 g) ground beef
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 2 medium onions, finely minced or blended
  • 2 tbsp breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp baking soda powder
  • 1 cup fresh herbs (parsley, mint, coriander), finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Black pepper, to taste

Roasted Potatoes

  • 6 medium potatoes, cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • Black pepper, to taste

Tzatziki Sauce

  • 1 cup thick Greek yogurt
  • ½ cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste

Greek Salad

  • 2 cups crisp lettuce leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cucumbers, chopped
  • ½ red onion, chopped
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Extra fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, and onions. Add breadcrumbs, baking soda, chopped fresh herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours to let the baking soda tenderize the mixture. After resting, shape into small meatballs.
  2. Cook the Meatballs: Choose your method: For baking, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and bake meatballs for 30–40 minutes until browned and cooked through. For stovetop, heat a skillet with some olive oil and cook meatballs for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and cooked through.
  3. Roast the Potatoes: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potato wedges with olive oil, salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and dried oregano. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 40–60 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  4. Make the Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, and minced garlic. Stir in lemon juice, chopped dill or mint, olive oil, and salt to taste. Mix well and chill in the fridge until serving.
  5. Prepare the Greek Salad: In a large bowl, mix chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Dress with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss lightly to combine.
  6. Assemble the Bowl: Layer crisp lettuce on the bottom of each bowl, add a scoop of Greek salad, roasted potato wedges, and top with juicy meatballs. Spoon a generous amount of tzatziki on top and garnish with extra fresh herbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a milder garlic flavor in the meatballs, blitz the garlic and onions in a blender before mixing.
  • Allowing the meatball mixture to rest in the refrigerator helps tenderize and improve texture due to the baking soda.
  • Adjust roasting time for potatoes based on size to ensure crispiness without burning.
  • Drain excess water from grated cucumber thoroughly to prevent watery tzatziki.
  • Meatballs can be cooked either by baking or stovetop skillet based on preference.

Keywords: Greek meatball bowl, Greek meatballs, tzatziki sauce, roasted potatoes, Greek salad, healthy Greek meal

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