Description
Indulge in the flavors of Greece with the Softest and Juiciest Greek Meatballs in Lemon Sauce. This comforting dish features tender meatballs made from ground beef and fresh herbs, simmered in a rich lemon-egg sauce that adds a creamy tang to every bite. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, these meatballs are versatile enough to pair with rice, pasta, or a refreshing salad. Enjoy the warmth and joy this Mediterranean classic brings to your table, making it a must-try recipe for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 1/4 cup uncooked arborio rice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 egg
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 eggs
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, grated onion, rice, parsley, dill, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes.
- In a wide pot over low heat, simmer chicken broth and olive oil. Add the chilled meatballs carefully and cover; cook for 30 minutes.
- For the lemon sauce, whisk together eggs and lemon juice. Temper with hot broth before adding back to the pot.
- Stir gently over low heat until the sauce thickens slightly without boiling.
- Serve warm with additional dill or lemon wedges as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 130mg