Greek Meatballs With Grated Potato

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 13
Greek Meatballs With Grated Potato - Delicious and Easy Recipe
in Mediterranean

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 large potato
1 1 lb ground lamb or 1 lb ground pork
1 1/2 teaspoons dried onion flakes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups yogurt
1/4 - 1/3 cup water
1 peeled finely diced cucumber
1 seeded finely diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried mint
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
salt , as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
500
Sugar
5g
Fat
40g
Greek Meatballs With Grated Potato is a dish that combines the best of Greek and American cuisines. The grated potato yields a crispy texture in the meatballs, which is a nice contrast to its soft and juicy interior. Greek meatballs with grated potato can be enjoyed alone, but the addition of the cool and tangy cucumber tomato yogurt sauce adds a refreshing balance to the dish. These meatballs are perfect for a family dinner or Mediterranean-themed party. They are easy to prepare, delicious, and healthy

Instructions

1.Use a box grater to coarsely grate the potato and squeeze out any excess moisture
2.In a large bowl, mix the grated potato, ground lamb or pork, onion flakes, salt, garlic, oregano, mint, black pepper, and cinnamon together until everything is well combined.
3.Form the mixture into meatballs about 2 1/2cm in diameter
4.Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides, working in batches if necessary
5.Remove the meatballs from the skillet and pour off any excess grease
6.In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, 1/4 cup water, cucumber, tomatoes, mint, garlic powder, and salt until well combined
7.Serve the meatballs hot with a dollop of the cucumber tomato yogurt sauce on top

PROS

Greek meatballs with grated potato are perfect for any time the year as meatballs are a versatile dish and the grated potato gives it a crispy yet tender texture.
These meatballs are high in iron and a good source of vitamins B6 and B12 from the lamb and pork used to make them.
The yogurt sauce is an excellent source of calcium, protein, vitamin B12, and healthy probiotics.
Additionally, this dish can easily be made in large batches and kept as a leftover for later

CONS

These meatballs can be high in calories and fat depending on the type of meat used.
They may not be the best choice for someone looking to lose weight or eat a low-fat diet.
In addition, some people might find the spices used a little too strong for their liking

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Greek meatballs with grated potato are packed with nutrients, including iron, protein, calcium, and vitamin B12. The yogurt sauce is also an excellent source of probiotics, which are beneficial for gut health. Eating this dish after a workout can help to replenish protein levels and aid in muscle recovery

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