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Greek Meatballs With Orzo Pilaf

Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Keyword Greek Meatballs, Greek Meatballs with Orzo
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 5 servings
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Author Eva Fry

Ingredients

Greek Meatball Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
  • 1 onion grated (about 1 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Ouzo optional
  • 1/3 cup Italian breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Greek oregano
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Spinach Orzo Pilaf Ingredients

  • 8 oz orzo pasta
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 1/2 cups O Organics Vegetable or Chicken Broth
  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup O Organics Kalamata Olives
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400° F.
  • Layer a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray the parchment with olive oil spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated onion, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, ouzo (if using), breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, oregano,  salt and pepper.  Mix with clean hands gently until all the ingredients are combined.
  • Shape and form the meatballs and place them onto the lined baking sheet.
  • Spray with olive oil cooking spray and cook for 25 to 30 minutes until the meatballs are brown and cooked through.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the orzo pilaf
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Saute diced onions and minced garlic for a few minutes, until soft.
  • Add the orzo and stir to mix.  Add the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pan for about 10 minutes until the orzo is cooked through.   Add the chopped spinach, dill, olives and feta cheese to the skillet and stir to combine.  Pour the lemon juice on top and top with the meatballs and serve.