{"id":"5d208993-0b3a-4b4a-8835-680e2995179d","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/5d208993-0b3a-4b4a-8835-680e2995179d","source_url":"https://www.skinnytaste.com/mediterranean-meatballs/","title":"Mediterranean Meatball Bowl","description":"Mediterranean Meatballs made with flavorful ground turkey meatballs served over Israeli couscous and a bright, lemony cucumber tomato salad. Make them in the air fryer or oven!","servings":4,"servings_text":"4","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT15M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://www.skinnytaste.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Mediterranean-Meatball-Bowl-8.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1 large egg","item":"large egg","quantity":1},{"text":"¼ cup fresh chopped dill","item":"fresh chopped dill","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"¼ cup fresh chopped Italian parsley","item":"fresh chopped Italian parsley","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"¼ cup unseasoned panko breadcrumbs","item":"unseasoned panko breadcrumbs","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 garlic cloves (minced)","item":"garlic cloves","quantity":2,"preparation":"minced"},{"text":"1 teaspoon kosher salt","item":"kosher salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)","item":"Freshly ground black pepper","preparation":"to taste"},{"text":"1 pound 93% lean ground turkey","item":"93% lean ground turkey","quantity":1,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"Olive oil spray","item":"Olive oil spray"},{"text":"1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)","item":"extra virgin olive oil","quantity":1.5,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"divided"},{"text":"1 1/3 cup dry pearl Israeli couscous (I used whole wheat)","item":"dry pearl Israeli couscous","quantity":1.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup","preparation":"I used whole wheat"},{"text":"1 ¾ cup reduced-sodium chicken ( or vegetable broth)","item":"reduced-sodium chicken","quantity":1.75,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or vegetable broth"},{"text":"1 cup diced tomato","item":"diced tomato","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 cups Persian or English cucumber (diced )","item":"Persian or English cucumber","quantity":2,"unit":"cup","preparation":"diced"},{"text":"¼ cup red onion (diced )","item":"red onion","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup","preparation":"diced"},{"text":"3 tablespoons Italian parsley (fresh chopped )","item":"Italian parsley","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"fresh chopped"},{"text":"2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon)","item":"fresh lemon juice","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"from 1/2 lemon"},{"text":"½ teaspoon kosher salt","item":"kosher salt","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)","item":"Freshly ground black pepper","preparation":"to taste"},{"text":"Lemon wedges (for serving)","item":"Lemon wedges","preparation":"for serving"},{"text":"½ cup tzatziki or nonfat plain Greek yogurt (optional, for serving)","item":"tzatziki or nonfat plain Greek yogurt","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"optional, for serving"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Crack the egg into a medium mixing bowl and beat with a fork.  Add the herbs, panko, garlic, salt and pepper and mix to combine.","section":"For the turkey meatballs:"},{"number":2,"text":"Add the turkey and with the fork, mix to combine, being careful not to over-mix.  Roll mixture into 16 evenly sized meatballs, about 1 ounce each, place on a parchment lined sheet pan and set aside until ready to cook. (Thoroughly wash your hands and work surface.)","section":"For the turkey meatballs:"},{"number":3,"text":"To air fry: Spray the air fryer basket generously with olive oil.  Add the meatballs in an even layer, cooking in batches if needed, and cook at 400 degrees F for 8- 10 minutes, turning halfway through cook time.","section":"For the turkey meatballs:"},{"number":4,"text":"To bake in the oven, bake on a sheet pan 400F 20 minutes, no need to turn.","section":"For the turkey meatballs:"},{"number":5,"text":"Meanwhile, heat a small sauce pot over medium heat.","section":"For the turkey meatballs:"},{"number":6,"text":"Add ½ tablespoon olive oil and the dry couscous and sauté to toast the grains for about 3 minutes.  Add the hot broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for about 10 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.  Add a pinch of salt, if needed.","section":"For the turkey meatballs:"},{"number":7,"text":"While meatballs and couscous are cooking, make the salad.  In a small bowl, combine the tomato, cucumber, red onion, 3 tablespoons parsley, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, ½ teaspoon salt and pepper, to taste.","section":"For the turkey meatballs:"},{"number":8,"text":"To assemble bowls: Add ¾ cup each of couscous to 4 bowls.  Top with 3/4 cup salad and 4 meatballs.  Serve with a lemon wedge, a dollop of tzatziki or yogurt (if desired) and drizzle of oil, if using.","section":"For the turkey meatballs:"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T21:35:27.629543+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T21:35:27.629543+00:00"}