Name: Easy Greek Meatballs
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 1 h 12 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: Make the Meatballs; 1/2 med Red Onion, finely shredded or minced; 1 lb Lean Ground Beef; 4 oz Italian Sausage; 2 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced; 1/2 cup Panko or your favorite Breadcrumbs; 1 large Egg; 2 Tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped; 4-5 Fresh Mint Leaves, chopped; 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning; 2 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1/2 tsp Salt; Make the Tzatziki Sauce; 4 oz Sour Cream or Plain Greek Yogurt; 1/2 med Fresh Lemon; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder; 1/4 tsp Dried Oregano; 1/2 small Cucumber, finely chopped

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A delicious and Easy Greek Meatballs Recipe! Pair with a quick cucumber, tomato, feta salad & add rice and a side of tzatziki for the perfect Greek dinner!

Easy Greek Recipe

One of our favorite cuisines is Greek. Anytime we are visiting a new area, on vacation or passing through, we usually search for Mediterranean and Greek restaurants.

There are so many wonderful dishes that I can’t tell you which is my favorite. Right up at the top would probably be Gyro (pronounced YEE-RO) and pastitsio, the Greek version of lasagna.

Regardless of which I’m having, you can be sure I’ll be eating it with a smile on my face and a happy wiggle in my seat.

What To Serve with Greek Meatballs

When I plan what to serve with my Easy Greek Meatballs, I like to think about what I’d actually order if we were eating in a restaurant. Things like a cucumber, tomato and feta salad, some warm rice, olives, pita and most definitely tzatziki sauce.

Sometimes I’ll even make a Greek Salad and top some fresh, crunchy Romaine or Green Leaf lettuce with all of the above!

When I’m in a pinch, I always opt for easy. On those days, I’ll hit the olive bar for marinated olives, feta and garlic, frozen rice to heat quickly (a few minutes in the microwave!), and some prepackaged Naan or pita.

At home, I chop up a cucumber and some cherry tomatoes to toss with the olives and feta, whip up the Tzatziki, and half the meal is done!

How to Make Greek Meatballs With Tzatziki Sauce

The flavor of these meatballs is out of this world. Ground beef and pork are the main ingredients, and we’re using classic Greek herbs like fresh mint and parsley, as well as fresh garlic.

Today, I’m using my air fryer to make these! But not to worry, I’ve included instructions on how to make Greek beef meatballs in a skillet and bake them in the oven. So you choose what works best for you!

How to Make Tzatziki Sauce

I’m also including a quick recipe for my favorite Tzatziki Sauce!

Easy Greek Meatballs

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 1 hour

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 12 minutes

A delicious and Easy Greek Meatballs Recipe! Pair with a quick cucumber, tomato, feta salad & add rice and a side of tzatziki for the perfect Greek dinner!

Ingredients

Make the Meatballs
1/2 med Red Onion, finely shredded or minced
1 lb Lean Ground Beef
4 oz Italian Sausage
2 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
1/2 cup Panko or your favorite Breadcrumbs
1 large Egg
2 Tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
4-5 Fresh Mint Leaves, chopped
1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
2 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 tsp Salt
Make the Tzatziki Sauce
4 oz Sour Cream or Plain Greek Yogurt
1/2 med Fresh Lemon
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Dried Oregano
1/2 small Cucumber, finely chopped

Instructions

Tzatziki Sauce

In a small bowl, mix the ingredients. Cover and chill.

Meatballs

In a large bowl, mix all of the ingredients together and then cover and chill for about an hour. This will help to give the meatballs a more uniform roundness (if that's your thing!); otherwise, mix and form meatballs about 2" in diameter.

Air Fryer Instructions

Preheat your Air Fryer at 400° for about 10 minutes.
Spray the inside of your air fryer with nonstick cooking spray.
You may have to cook the meatballs in batches if your air fryer is on the smaller side like mine.
Place the meatballs inside the air fryer and brush them lightly with olive oil, or spray with nonstick spray.
Cook the meatballs at 400° for 10 minutes making sure the internal temperature is at least 160°
Cook the next batch, keeping the cooked meatballs warm in the oven (200°) while the next batch is cooking.

Skillet Instructions

If using a skillet, add 1/4 inch of extra virgin olive oil to the pan and heat to med/high heat.
Place the meatballs carefully into the hot skillet and cook on each side about 2-3 minutes, turning to evenly brown.

Oven Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°
On a baking sheet, place the meatballs about 2" apart
Bake uncovered for about 18-22 minutes

Serve and Enjoy!

Notes

My Easy Greek Meatballs are delicious with warm pita, rice, and a cucumber, tomato, and feta salad. Or enjoy them as an appetizer!

Nutrition Information

Yield 4 Serving Size 1 grams
Amount Per Serving Calories 670Total Fat 39gSaturated Fat 14gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 21gCholesterol 202mgSodium 1150mgCarbohydrates 27gFiber 4gSugar 7gProtein 52g

Nutrition calculation is offered as a courtesy and no guarantee that the information will be completely accurate. The data provided are a product of online nutrition calculators and should be considered an estimate only. I am not a registered dietician nor a certified nutritionist. For more accurate information, or if you have dietary restrictions, please consult a trusted professional. A Healthy Makeover strongly supports Intuitive Eating, body trust, and Health at Every Size.

Tips:

Can I freeze Greek Meatballs? Yes, absolutely! Make them as instructed and then pop them into a freezer bag. When you’re ready to make them just heat them up in the oven or on the stovetop.
How do you keep the round shape when cooking the meatballs? The secret is to mix up the ingredients and then pop them into the fridge for about an hour, then roll them into balls! Because they are cold, they’ll hold their shape better!
What makes the beef meatballs so tender? The secret ingredient is the shredded onion! Don’t skip this step.