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Herby Greek Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

Herby Greek Meatballs with Lemon Orzo

Flavorful Greek meatballs paired with zesty lemon orzo make for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.2 lb ground lamb could also use ground beef or pork
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs panko works well for extra crunch
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano or more, to taste
  • 1 tsp salt "adjust for taste"
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper "freshly cracked adds flavor"
  • 1 cup orzo for serving
  • 3 cups chicken broth for cooking orzo
  • 1 lemon zest and juice to taste

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, parsley, feta, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  • Shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
  • Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until browned.
  • While meatballs are baking, bring chicken broth to a boil in a saucepan.
  • Add orzo and cook according to package instructions until tender.
  • Stir in lemon zest and juice into the cooked orzo.
  • Serve the meatballs over a bed of lemon orzo.

Notes

Add a sprinkle of extra feta on top before serving. Pair with a refreshing salad.