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Mediterranean Bowl With Turkey Meatballs

Mediterranean Bowl With Turkey Meatballs for a Wholesome Feast

Enjoy a Mediterranean Bowl with Turkey Meatballs, combining nutrition with flavor for a quick, satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Lean and flavorful
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs or Almond Flour Almond flour for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Onions Add savory punch
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is ideal
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Season to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Season to taste
For the Bowl
  • 1 cup Rice or Pearl Couscous Hearty base
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Adds crunch
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Rich, briny flavor
For the Tzatziki
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce Creamy complement
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Enhances freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Adds zesty flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • spatula
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs or almond flour, chopped onions, minced garlic, egg, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into meatballs about 2 inches in diameter, aiming for 16 meatballs. Place on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 15 minutes, then switch to broil for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Cook the rice or pearl couscous according to package instructions. Chop cucumbers and prepare olives.
  6. Assemble the bowl by serving rice or couscous, topping with meatballs, cucumbers, and olives. Drizzle with tzatziki and garnish with dill and lemon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider mixing in roasted veggies or different sauces for customization. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for longer preservation.

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