Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies
Indulge in a vibrant Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies that is both simple to prepare and deliciously satisfying. This dish harmoniously combines juicy meatballs made from lean ground beef or turkey, creamy tzatziki sauce, fluffy rice, and an array of fresh vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or potlucks, this colorful bowl is packed with Mediterranean flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano or Greek seasoning
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef (or turkey) with dried oregano. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 1 to 1.5 inches) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the tzatziki sauce, mix together Greek yogurt and diced cucumber in a small bowl. Optionally add salt and garlic for extra flavor.
- Cook rice according to package instructions if uncooked.
- Dice tomatoes and any additional veggies you wish to include.
- Assemble your bowls: Start with rice at the base, add meatballs on top, followed by diced tomatoes and cucumber, then drizzle with tzatziki sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg