Gyro Bowls (Meatballs with Tzatziki, Lemon Rice, and Cucumber Salad)
Gyro Bowls combine the rich flavors of Greek cuisine into a satisfying meal. Featuring juicy lamb meatballs, zesty lemon rice, refreshing cucumber salad, and creamy tzatziki, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Enjoy the vibrant colors and tastes of Greece with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb (or beef)
- ¼ cup minced onion
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tsp Greek seasoning
- 1 cup plain yogurt (drained)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 cup diced tomato
- 1 cup diced cucumber
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it.
- In a bowl, combine ground lamb, onion, garlic, egg, feta, Greek seasoning, and salt. Mix until blended.
- Roll mixture into meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-14 minutes until browned.
- For tzatziki, mash garlic with salt; mix with drained cucumber, yogurt, mint/dill, pepper, and olive oil.
- Combine cooked rice with lemon juice and salt in a bowl.
- Assemble bowls: place rice in each bowl and top with meatballs, tzatziki, cucumber salad (tomato and cucumber mixed), and optional garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro bowl
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg