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Christmas Air Fryer Greek Meatball Bowl with Tzatziki in 30 Minutes


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  • Author: flavorcheap_firstpin
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A flavorful and easy-to-make Greek-inspired meatball bowl, perfect for a festive Christmas meal. The dish combines juicy Greek meatballs with fresh ingredients and creamy tzatziki, all cooked quickly in an air fryer.


Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb or beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce


Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, and parsley.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Place meatballs in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway.
  6. Assemble bowls with rice or quinoa, meatballs, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
  7. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Use lean ground meat for a healthier option.
  • For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
  • Cook meatballs in batches if your air fryer is small.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Greek