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Gyro Bowls (Meatballs with Tzatziki, Lemon Rice, and Cucumber Salad)

Gyro Bowls (Meatballs with Tzatziki, Lemon Rice, and Cucumber Salad)
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Experience the vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine with these delicious Gyro Bowls, featuring savory meatballs, creamy tzatziki, zesty lemon rice, and a refreshing cucumber salad. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes in every bite. With its quick preparation and customizable options, you can easily adapt this dish to suit your preferences while enjoying a wholesome meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground lamb or beef (lamb preferred)
  • ¼ cup minced onion
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup finely crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1–2 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • ½ of one European cucumber (peeled, grated, drained)
  • 1 cup plain yogurt (drained)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint (plus more to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • Juice of half a lemon (roughly 1 tablespoon)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1 cup tomatoes (diced, halved, or chopped)
  • 1 cup diced cucumber (drained)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, combine ground meat with onion, garlic, egg, feta cheese, Greek seasoning, and salt. Form into small meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
  2. Bake meatballs for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  3. For tzatziki sauce, mix minced garlic with salt and grated cucumber. Stir in yogurt along with chopped mint and dill; season with black pepper.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and add cooked rice. Squeeze lemon juice over it and stir in salt.
  5. Assemble bowls starting with lemon rice, topped with meatballs, tzatziki sauce, and cucumber salad.

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