Mediterranean Meatball Bowls

Dec 30

Build-your-own style recipes make it easy to customize meals for everyone in your family. You can swap the ground turkey for ground chicken or beef, adjust toppings to suit different preferences, and keep the bowl balanced and nourishing. This recipe is high in protein and fiber, loaded with color, and makes a fantastic lunch the next day.

Time: 45 mins | Serves 4

Ingredients

Turkey Meatballs

1.5 lbs ground turkey
1 large egg
1/3 cup finely chopped red onion
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
5 fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 tsp dried oregano
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tsp sea salt
½ tsp black pepper

Bowl Components

2 cups cooked quinoa or other grain of choice (wild rice, couscous, or orzo all work)
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 large English cucumber, diced
3 cups mixed greens
Optional Toppings of choice: Feta cheese, tzatziki, kalamata olives, avocado, hummus, pita, fresh dill + parsley, lemon wedges

Roasted Carrots

6 large carrots, washed (skin on), sliced evenly
1–2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp dried thyme
Salt + pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Roast the Carrots

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Toss carrot slices with olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
Spread on a sheet pan and roast 22–25 minutes, until caramelized and tender.

2. Cook Your Grain

Prepare quinoa or grain of choice according to package directions.

3. Make the Meatballs

Mix all meatball ingredients in a bowl until just combined.
Roll into 1–1.5 inch meatballs.
Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan and bake 18–20 minutes, or until cooked through (165°F).

4. Build Your Bowls

Assemble each bowl with: