Ingredients
– For the Meatballs:
– 1 pound ground beef or lamb
– 2 tablespoons harissa paste
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon coriander
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 egg
– 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– For the Lemon Tzatziki:
– 1 cup Greek yogurt
– 1 small cucumber, grated and drained
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– For the Bowl Toppings:
– 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– Fresh parsley or mint for garnish
With these straightforward ingredients, you’re all set to create a dish that impresses both in taste and aesthetics!
Instructions
Creating the Harissa Meatball Bowl with Feta Red Peppers & Lemon Tzatziki is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground beef or lamb, harissa paste, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, egg, breadcrumbs, and parsley. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
4. Bake Meatballs: Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
5. Prepare the Tzatziki: While meatballs bake, add Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Mix well to combine and set aside in the fridge.
6. Prepare the Quinoa: Cook your quinoa or rice according to package instructions and set aside.
7. Sauté the Red Bell Peppers: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced red bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.
8. Assemble the Bowls: Start with a base of quinoa or rice at the bottom of each bowl.
9. Add Meatballs: Top the grain base with several baked meatballs.
10. Add Toppings: Spoon sautéed red peppers and crumbled feta cheese over the meatballs.
11. Finish with Tzatziki: Drizzle the lemon tzatziki generously over the top.
12. Garnish: Add fresh parsley or mint leaves for an extra touch of color.
Following these steps will guide you in making this incredible Harissa Meatball Bowl with Feta Red Peppers & Lemon Tzatziki effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 28g