Greek Meatballs With Artichokes and Lemon Sauce

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Greek Meatballs With Artichokes and Lemon Sauce
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Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 jar marinated artichoke hearts
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 eggs , separated
1 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1/3 cup milk
salt and pepper
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups water
3 beef bouillon cubes
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 lemon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
449
Sugar
3g
Fat
25g
Greek Meatballs With Artichokes and Lemon Sauce is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic meatball recipe that is sure to impress. The artichokes in this recipe add a unique flavor and texture to the meatballs, while the lemon sauce brings everything together with a bright and tangy flavor. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, as it is both easy to prepare and impressive to plate. Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as crusty bread, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.Drain artichoke hearts and chop them, reserving liquid for later use.
3.In a mixing bowl, combine chopped onion, egg yolks, bread crumbs, milk, salt, pepper, oregano, and mint. Stir in chopped artichokes and ground beef, mixing until well combined.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold egg whites into the beef mixture gently.
5.Using wet hands, form the mixture into 24 balls.
6.Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
7.Meanwhile, in a saucepan, whisk together flour and reserved liquid from artichokes until smooth. Add water and beef bouillon cubes, cooking over medium heat until mixture thickens and bouillon cubes dissolve.
8.Stir in lemon juice and remove from heat.
9.Serve meatballs with artichoke lemon sauce drizzled over the top.

PROS

Greek Meatballs With Artichokes and Lemon Sauce is a delicious and healthy recipe that is easy to prepare.

The artichoke lemon sauce has a tangy and refreshing taste.

CONS

This recipe requires multiple steps and may feel tedious to some.

The sauce can be a bit thin and may need to be thickened with additional flour or cornstarch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein, which helps to build and repair muscles.
Artichokes are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and support digestive health.
Lemon juice is high in vitamin C, which supports immune health and skin health.

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