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Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce

Zesty Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce for a Flavorful Feast

These Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce are a delightful Mediterranean dish bursting with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Or ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 Egg Binds the meatball mixture.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley (Fresh, Finely Chopped) Adds freshness and color.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced) Infuses depth and flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion (Finely Chopped) Enhances taste and moisture.
  • 1 medium Lemon (Zested and Juiced) Central to the lemon sauce.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Classic Mediterranean flavor.
For the Lemon Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Used for browning meatballs.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Forms the sauce base.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients and tools.
  2. Finely chop onion and parsley, mince garlic, zest, and juice the lemon.
  3. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, garlic, onion, half of the lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Wet your hands slightly, shape the meat mixture into small meatballs about 1½ inches in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet, brown meatballs for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
  6. Reduce heat, add chicken broth, remaining lemon zest, and juice, stirring gently. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
  7. Return browned meatballs to the skillet and simmer gently for about 15 minutes until fully cooked (165°F internally).
  8. Adjust the seasoning of the lemon sauce to taste, adding more lemon juice/zest if desired.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with rice, pasta, or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs can be prepped ahead and are easy to freeze for later meals.

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