Mediterranean Bowl with Ground Turkey Meatballs
This Mediterranean bowl with ground turkey meatballs brings together a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, seasoned turkey meatballs, and a zesty tzatziki sauce. It’s a wholesome, flavorful meal that’s easy to make and perfect for any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cucumber diced
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce store-bought or homemade
- Fresh lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until it’s well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until they’re browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
- While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the quinoa or brown rice and chop the vegetables.
- To assemble, divide the quinoa or rice among bowls. Top it with the cooked meatballs, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle the tzatziki sauce over the top and garnish with fresh lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe is versatile and can be customized based on available ingredients. You can swap the turkey for chicken or lamb, and adjust the base to quinoa, brown rice, or couscous.
- If looking for a dairy-free version, omit the feta and use dairy-free tzatziki sauce.
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture or sprinkle on top before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. For meal prep, store the components separately until ready to eat.