Easy and Healthy Greek Meatballs

Looking for a tasty recipe to whip up? Try these Easy and Healthy Greek Meatballs. They’re gluten-free, grain-free, and absolutely delicious.

Mediterranean food is my favorite type of food. Maybe because I’m half Armenian and our foods are very very similar. These meatballs are so freakin good and every time I make them, my family goes nuts over them. I’ve been making these for over 10 years and am in shock I have yet to share this recipe with you.

Easy and Healthy Greek Meatballs

Here’s What You Need

  • ground lamb
  • ground beef
  • parsley
  • mint
  • egg
  • coriander
  • cinnamon
  • cumin
  • salt
  • pepper
  • sumac
  • lemon juice and zest
  • red onion
  • garlic
  • oregano
  • avocado oil
  • romaine
  • bell pepper
  • cherry tomatoes
  • cucumber
  • feta
  • dried mint
  • cooked rice
  • hummus
  • tzatziki

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Meatball Tips

  • When forming the meatballs try using a cookie dough scoop to scoop the meatball mixture and then roll in between your hands. This makes things so much easier!
  • Wear gloves when rolling the meatballs to prevent the mixture from sticking.
  • Try making a double batch of the meatball mixture. After everything has mixed, but before scooping and rolling, transfer half the mixture to a freezer-safe storage container and freeze for later. When you’re ready to make a batch of meatballs, remove the mixture from the freezer and let defrost in the fridge before rolling the meatballs and cooking.
  • Option 2 with freezing is to cook the meatballs and then freeze – cook the meatballs and then let them come to a complete cool before transferring to a freezer-safe storage container and transfer to the freezer.
Easy and Healthy Greek Meatballs

Can Meatballs Be Baked?

Yes. Preheat oven to 450 degrees and place each meatball on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for about 15-18 minutes.

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I hope you give this tasty dish a try. If you do, let me know what you think by commenting below!

Easy and Healthy Greek Meatballs

Easy and Healthy Greek Meatballs

Looking for a tasty recipe to whip up? Try these Easy and Healthy Greek Meatballs. They're gluten-free,grain-free, and absolutely delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 5

Ingredients
  

  • MEATBALLS
  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/4 cup parsley minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint minced
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup feta
  • 3/4 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sumac
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1/2 red onion minced or grated
  • 3 garlic cloves grated or minced
  • 3/4 tsp dried oregano
  • avocado oil about 2 tbsp each batch
  • GREEK SALAD
  • 1 head romaine chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 mini cucumber halved then sliced
  • 1 tsp dried mint for garnish
  • 3 tbsp fresh mint and/or parsley for garnish
  • 1/2 red onion sliced
  • feta for topping
  • DRESSING
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 1/2 tsp dijon mustard or red wine vinegar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • OPTIONAL TOPPINGS
  • cooked rice
  • hummus
  • tzatziki
  • labneh

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, add all of the MEATBALL ingredients. Using your hands, mix the meat ingredients well. Next, use a cookie dough scoop or tablespoon to scoop out the chicken mixture and use your hands to form into meatballs.
  • When the meatballs are formed, heat a large skillet over medium heat and then add a tablespoon of oil. Next add the meatballs to the hot skillet and cook for roughly 3-4 minutes per side. This may have to be done in two batches depending on the size of your skillet.
  • Next, make the dressing by whisking all the ingredients together. Set aside.
  • For the salad, add all the ingredients into a large bowl and tossing it with the dressing.
  • Serve the meatballs over cooked rice, chopped salad, hummus, and tzatziki sauce.

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