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Ground Beef Kofta Bowls with Tzatziki Sauce that Wow!


  • Author: Emily
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Delicious Ground Beef Kofta Bowls served with a refreshing Tzatziki Sauce, perfect for a hearty meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cucumber, grated
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (for tzatziki)
  • Pita bread or rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, parsley, and breadcrumbs. Mix well.
  2. Shape the mixture into oval-shaped kofta.
  3. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook the kofta for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and minced garlic to make the tzatziki sauce.
  6. Serve the kofta in bowls with tzatziki sauce, pita bread or rice, and your choice of toppings.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the kofta mixture marinate for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Feel free to add your favorite vegetables as toppings.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling or Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Ground Beef Kofta, Tzatziki Sauce, Mediterranean Bowls, Healthy Dinner