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Greek Lamb Meatball Bowl

Seasoned ground lamb meatballs served over grain with cucumber, tomato, and herb garnishes. Finished with lemon dressing and crumbled cheese.

45
min
4
servings
1113
kcal
40.5g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
Ground lamb1.25 lbs
Onion0.5 medium
Garlic2 cloves
Oregano1 tsp
Breadcrumbs0.25 cup
Basmati rice1.5 cups
Cucumber1 medium
Red onion0.25 cup
Olive oil3 tbsp
Mint2 tbsp

Method

1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Mince onion and garlic. Chop parsley and measure oregano.

2

Diced cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, thinly slice red onion, and measure feta cheese; set aside in bowl.

3

In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, minced onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

4

Form mixture into 16 meatballs (about 1.5 inches diameter). Place on parchment-lined sheet pan.

5

Bake for 20–25 minutes until meatballs reach 160°F internal temperature and are lightly browned.

6

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.

7

Divide cooked rice into 4 serving bowls.

8

Top each bowl with cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, 4 meatballs, and feta cheese.

9

Drizzle each bowl with lemon-olive oil dressing. Garnish with fresh mint and serve warm.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories1113 kcal
Protein40.5 g
Carbohydrate91.6 g
Fat64.9 g
Fibre2.8 g
Sodium1110.6 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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