Description
This Gyro Bowl recipe brings together all the iconic flavors of Greek cuisine in one simple, yet deeply flavorful meal. Perfect for any day of the week, this dish offers a satisfying mix of juicy meatballs, tangy tzatziki, zesty lemon rice, and a fresh cucumber and tomato salad. It’s a culinary trip to Greece without ever leaving your kitchen!
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
1 pound ground lamb (preferred), beef, or pork
¼ cup minced onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg
½ cup finely crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
For the Tzatziki:
1–2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
¼ teaspoon salt
Half of one European cucumber, peeled, grated, and drained
1 cup plain yogurt, drained
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (optional additional to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Lemon Rice:
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
Juice of half a lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
¼ teaspoon salt
For the Cucumber & Tomato Salad:
1 cup tomatoes, diced
1 cup cucumber, diced and drained
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
Recommended Garnishes:
Hummus, olive oil, crumbled feta, Kalamata olives, chopped dill, chopped parsley, sumac, pitas
Instructions
For the Meatballs:
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper, and spray lightly with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Mix gently with hands until combined.
Form into 14-20 meatballs using a scoop or hands, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10-14 minutes until browned and cooked through.
For the Tzatziki:
Mash the minced garlic with salt using a fork to create a paste.
Combine garlic paste, drained cucumber, yogurt, mint, dill, black pepper, and olive oil in a medium bowl. Mix well and adjust salt as needed.
For the Lemon Rice:
Mix cooked rice with lemon juice and salt in a medium bowl until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
For the Cucumber & Tomato Salad:
In a small mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, olive oil, and salt. Adjust seasoning as needed.
To Assemble the Bowls:
Divide lemon rice among bowls. Top with meatballs, tzatziki, and cucumber & tomato salad. Add any desired garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 615