Quick & Easy Greek Themed Meatballs with lemon-dill sauce
With working, rearing a 6 month old, and squeezing in dinner before my husband goes to work in the evenings I find myself often short on time. So a lot of recipes I've been developing lately are focused on convenience and speed, while hopefully maintaining interesting and varied flavors. This particular dish came about from my craving for something with Greek flavors, but not having the time to do anything from scratch. Normally I would make meatballs from scratch with all the seasoning infused, but alas time crunch again. Lol. Although not authentic or fresh meatballs it did in a pinch and I hope you enjoy!
Quick & Easy Greek Themed Meatballs with lemon-dill sauce
With working, rearing a 6 month old, and squeezing in dinner before my husband goes to work in the evenings I find myself often short on time. So a lot of recipes I've been developing lately are focused on convenience and speed, while hopefully maintaining interesting and varied flavors. This particular dish came about from my craving for something with Greek flavors, but not having the time to do anything from scratch. Normally I would make meatballs from scratch with all the seasoning infused, but alas time crunch again. Lol. Although not authentic or fresh meatballs it did in a pinch and I hope you enjoy!
Cooking Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl wisk together yogurt, lemon juice, dill and a pinch of salt. Cover. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- 2
In a large, deep sided sautée pan melt butter over medium heat. Add meatballs. Stir to coat meatballs in butter. Cook 2 minutes to begin thawing and browning.
- 3
Stir in parsley, oregano, basil, marjoram, thyme, and garlic powder. Cook, stirring frequently, until exteriors of meatballs begin to brown and herbs begin to smell fragrant. About 5 minutes more.
- 4
Add beef broth to pan. Bring to a boil. Cover. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer until meatballs have absorbed most of the liquid and plumped up. About 10 minutes.
- 5
Serve in pita pockets, tortillas, or flat bread. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, and feta. Drizzle with lemon-dill sauce. Enjoy!
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