Description
Kickstart your healthy eating journey with this Quick & Healthy Mediterranean Turkey Meatball Bowl! This dish features juicy turkey meatballs infused with garlic and fresh herbs, perfectly complemented by crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onions. A sprinkle of creamy feta cheese adds richness, while a drizzle of bright lemon and olive oil ties the flavors together. Ideal for quick dinners, satisfying lunches, or meal prep, this vibrant bowl is packed with protein and nutrients for a wholesome meal that delights the senses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- 2 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, dill, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until browned.
- While meatballs cook, prepare fresh veggies: slice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, chop red onion, and crumble feta cheese.
- To assemble bowls: layer spinach at the bottom; top with warm meatballs and fresh vegetables. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg