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Meatballs With Rice In Greek Tomato Sauce - Youvarlakia

Course Main Course
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4
Calories 233kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup white rice
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 1/2 tsp dry Greek oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp dry mint
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • grated mizithra cheese from garnish
  • Greek Tomato Sauce

Instructions

  • Measure out all ingredients for meatballs.
  • Combine all ingredients into large mixing bowl, mix with hands to incorporate all ingredients well.
  • Use 1/4 cup measuring cup, to evenly divide meat mixture.  Shape into 12 oblong meatballs.
  • Spread meatballs evenly into a pot with prepared Greek Tomato Sauce.
  • Cover and cook meatballs over medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes.  Turn meatballs with a slotted spoon and cook for another 10-12 minutes.  When turning meatballs also give the sauce a lite stir to ensure it is not sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Meatballs should be ready after 20-24 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 3Meatballs | Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 864mg | Potassium: 467mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 259IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 3mg
Nutrition Facts
Meatballs With Rice In Greek Tomato Sauce - Youvarlakia
Amount Per Serving (3 Meatballs)
Calories 233 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Cholesterol 98mg33%
Sodium 864mg38%
Potassium 467mg13%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 27g54%
Vitamin A 259IU5%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 34mg3%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.