Description

This Mediterranean-Inspired Greek Meatball Bowl with Rice and Tzatziki is a vibrant and nourishing meal featuring spiced lamb meatballs, fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and a cool, creamy tzatziki sauce. Bursting with classic Greek flavors and textures, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

1 lb ground lamb
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)

For the Bowl:

2 cups cooked white rice
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup tzatziki sauce
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (for garnish)
1/4 cup grated cucumber (for tzatziki)

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Instructions

In a large bowl, mix ground lamb with breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Form into 1-inch meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches for 8–10 minutes, turning to brown all sides. Set aside.
In serving bowls, layer with white rice.
Top with meatballs, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
Spoon tzatziki over meatballs and sprinkle with feta and fresh dill.
Serve immediately with optional olive oil drizzle.

Notes

Substitute lamb with ground beef or turkey if preferred.
Use quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days.