Greek Meatballs
Experience the vibrant flavors of Greece with these delightful Greek meatballs. Juicy and aromatic, each bite bursts with the essence of fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and perfectly seasoned meat. Ideal for appetizers or main courses, these golden-brown morsels promise to impress your family and friends at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately six servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or lamb
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, onion, eggs, lemon zest, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into balls about 2 tablespoons each.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving with tzatziki or over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg