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Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce

Tender Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce for Cozy Nights

Bring comfort home with Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce, a Mediterranean classic infused with a zesty twist.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Consider using ground turkey or chicken for a lighter dish.
  • 1 medium Grated Onion Use finely grated for an even mix.
  • 1/2 cup Arborio Rice (uncooked) Rinse to remove excess starch.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Fresh herbs yield the best results.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Can be substituted with thyme if preferred.
  • 1 large Egg Mix well with other ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Adds an earthy note.
For the Cooking Broth
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium versions are a great option!
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for simmering.
For the Avgolemono Sauce
  • 2 large Eggs Temper them to avoid curdling.
  • 2 lemons Lemon Juice Adjust to taste for brightness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Wide Pot
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, grated onion, Arborio rice, parsley, dill, one egg, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix gently for 3-4 minutes.
  2. Roll small portions into golf ball-sized meatballs and chill on a lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes.
  3. In a pot, bring chicken broth and olive oil to simmer. Add meatballs and cook for about 30 minutes until tender.
  4. Prepare the avgolemono sauce by whisking eggs and lemon juice. Temper with broth to avoid curdling.
  5. Stir the avgolemono mixture into the pot and cook on low for 3-4 minutes until thickened slightly.
  6. Serve meatballs in sauce with garnish of fresh dill or lemon wedges. Enjoy with bread or rice!

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, follow the tips on pan selection and rice rinsing, and adjust flavors as needed.

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