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Greek Turkey Meatball Bowls with fresh ingredients and Mediterranean flavors

Greek Turkey Meatball Bowls

A comforting and healthy meal featuring lean turkey meatballs, fresh salad, and quinoa, embodying delightful Mediterranean flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs
  • 1 lb ground turkey (Lean (93/7) works best.)
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (Or standard unseasoned breadcrumbs.)
  • 1 large egg (Lightly beaten.)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (For pan-searing.)
For the quinoa
  • 1 cup dry quinoa (Rinsed well.)
  • 2 cups water (Or light chicken broth.)
For the salad
  • 4 cups fresh mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (Halved.)
  • 2 pcs Persian cucumbers (Diced.)
  • 1/4 cup raw red onion (Cut into thin slivers.)
For topping
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (Crumbled.)
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (Pitted.)
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce (Thick and creamy.)
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill (Finely minced.)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, panko breadcrumbs, beaten egg, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
  2. Roll the turkey mixture into small meatballs, about one inch in diameter.
Cooking Meatballs
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Cooking Quinoa
  1. While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the quinoa. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or chicken broth to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, reduce heat, and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed.
Salad Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, and slivered red onion.
Serving
  1. To serve, place a scoop of quinoa in each bowl. Top with salad and meatballs. Add crumbled feta, Kalamata olives, a drizzle of tzatziki sauce, and sprinkle with fresh dill.

Notes

Serve Greek Turkey Meatball Bowls warm with extra tzatziki on the side for dipping, along with additional olives and feta.