Ingredients Â
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 zest lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- â…“ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup parsley chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil for brushing or drizzling
For the bowl base
- 2 cups cooked pearl couscous, rice, quinoa or potato wedges
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ cup micro greens
Optional Toppings
- crumbled feta
- olives
- extra lemon wedges
- sliced avocado
Instructions
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Prepare the meatballs. Combine ground turkey, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix gently until just combined, then form into 14–16 small meatballs. Place on baking sheet and lightly brush or drizzle with olive oil.
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Bake the meatballs. Bake for 12-14 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165F and lightly golden at the edges.
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Make the yogurt sauce. Whisk Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Prepare the vegetables. Chop up the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion and any toppings.
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Assemble the bowls. Divide cooked grains or potatoes between serving bowls. Top with warm lemon garlic meatballs and fresh vegetables. Drizzle generously with herby yogurt sauce and finish with feta or other toppings if using. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips & Tricks
 Nutritional analysis is for recipe only, without optional garnishes
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 369kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 27gFat: 15gSodium: 748mg

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