Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies

Name: Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki, Rice & Fresh Veggies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean, Greek
Ingredients: 500g ground beef or lamb (or a mix); 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free); 1 egg; 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped); 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped); 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped); 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; Salt & pepper to taste; 1/2 cup Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed to remove water); 1 garlic clove (minced); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped); Juice of 1/2 lemon; Salt & pepper to taste; 2 cups cooked jasmine rice, basmati rice, or cauliflower rice; 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 cup cucumber (sliced); 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced); 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional); 1 tbsp olive oil drizzle (optional); Lemon wedges for serving

4 steps

Prep:20minCook:25min

Enjoy a flavorful Greek meatball bowl with juicy meatballs, aromatic tzatziki sauce, and fresh veggies, perfect for a delightful meal full of Mediterranean taste.

Updated at: Mon, 13 Oct 2025 18:46:17 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories550.9 kcal (28%)

Total Fat31.7 g (45%)

Carbs35.6 g (14%)

Sugars4.9 g (5%)

Protein29.3 g (59%)

Sodium549.4 mg (27%)

Fiber2.3 g (8%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, red onion, parsley, dill, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined. Roll into small meatballs (about 1.5 inches in diameter).

Step 2

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Cook the meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and fully cooked through. Alternatively, bake them at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well and chill in the fridge until ready to serve.

Step 4

To assemble the bowl, place rice as base, add cooked meatballs, fresh veggies, drizzle tzatziki sauce on top, garnish with feta cheese and olive oil if desired. Serve with lemon wedges.