Gyro Bowls (Meatballs with Tzatziki, Lemon Rice, and Cucumber Salad)
A flavorful and healthy twist on the classic gyro, served in a bowl.
Equipment
- Large skillet For cooking the meatballs
- Medium saucepan For cooking the rice
- Mixing bowls For preparing the tzatziki and cucumber salad
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 lb Ground lamb
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
Tzatziki Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 cucumber Cucumber Diced
- 1 cup Lemon Rice Cooked
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the meatballs: Combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, oregano, and garlic powder in a bowl. Mix well and form into small meatballs.
- Cook the meatballs in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
- Make the tzatziki sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- Prepare the cucumber salad: Dice the cucumber and toss with a little olive oil and salt.
- Cook the lemon rice according to package directions, adding lemon zest and juice for extra flavor.
- Assemble the bowls: Divide the lemon rice among four bowls. Top with meatballs, tzatziki sauce, and cucumber salad.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute ground lamb with lentils or vegetables.