Mediterranean Diet Savory Beef Balls
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these Mediterranean Diet Savory Beef Balls, a flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. Made with lean ground beef and infused with aromatic herbs like fresh parsley, mint, and earthy oregano, these baked meatballs are both healthy and irresistibly delicious. A hint of cumin adds warmth, while a splash of fresh lemon juice brightens every bite. Pan-seared for a golden crust and finished in the oven, these juicy beef balls are perfect served with a fresh green salad or a side of roasted vegetables. Ready in just 40 minutes, this wholesome recipe is ideal for those looking for Mediterranean diet dishes that are quick, satisfying, and packed with protein.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground beef
- 1 medium Red onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 30 grams Fresh parsley, chopped
- 15 grams Fresh mint, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg
- 60 grams Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped red onion, minced garlic, parsley, mint, oregano, cumin, black pepper, and salt.
Step 3
Add the egg and breadcrumbs to the bowl and mix everything thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
Step 4
Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. You should have approximately 16-20 beef balls.
Step 5
Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat.
Step 6
Sear the beef balls in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan, for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are browned all over.
Step 7
Once all beef balls are seared, return them to the skillet.
Step 8
Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the beef balls are cooked through.
Step 9
Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the beef balls with fresh lemon juice.
Step 10
Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired, alongside a fresh green salad or a side of roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (833.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1423.2 |
| Total Fat 75.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g | |
| Cholesterol 529.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3233.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.4g | |
| Protein 121.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 257.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 875.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories