Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy-to-make Mediterranean Bowl With Turkey Meatballs. Juicy turkey meatballs are paired with fresh, crisp vegetables and a zesty tzatziki sauce, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re preparing dinner for the family or meal prepping for the week, this bowl is not only delightful but also versatile. Customize it with your favorite grains or toppings to suit your taste, and enjoy leftovers that taste even better the next day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground turkey
- ½ cup Italian breadcrumbs or blanched almond flour
- ¾ cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- Chopped cucumbers
- Kalamata olives
- Tzatziki sauce
- Fresh dill
- Lemon wedges or slices
- Cooked rice or pearl couscous
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs or almond flour, chopped onion, egg, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Form mixture into 16 meatballs (about 2 inches each).
- Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes; broil for an extra crispy texture for the last 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble your bowl starting with cooked rice or pearl couscous topped with meatballs, chopped cucumbers, tzatziki sauce, olives, dill, and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg