Greek Meatballs with Grated Potato

Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with these juicy and flavorful Greek Meatballs with Grated Potato. Combining ground beef or lamb with freshly grated potato, aromatic spices like oregano and a hint of cinnamon, and a medley of fresh herbs, these meatballs are tender, fragrant, and irresistibly satisfying. The grated potato adds a unique texture and subtle sweetness while keeping the meatballs moist. Cooked to golden perfection in olive oil, they are perfect served with warm pita, creamy tzatziki, or a vibrant Greek salad. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is a quick and wholesome way to enjoy the bold, comforting flavors of Greek cuisine. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, these versatile meatballs will quickly become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef or lamb
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 50 grams Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh mint, chopped (optional)
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the potatoes using the large holes on a box grater. Squeeze out the excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onion, and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, grated potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley, mint (if using), egg, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should end up with approximately 20-24 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.

Step 6

Once the meatballs are fully cooked, transfer them to a serving plate. Optional: garnish with additional parsley or a squeeze of lemon for extra flavor.

Step 7

Serve warm with pita bread, tzatziki, a simple Greek salad, or your choice of side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1162.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2222.3

Total Fat 138.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 596mg	0%
Sodium 3686.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.1g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 110.2g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 279.0mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 3847.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 24.8%