Greek Chicken Meatballs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatball Mix
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500g minced chicken, fresh
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100g feta cheese, crumbled
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1 large zucchini, grated recently for freshness
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Lemon zest and juice from 1 large lemon
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1 egg, fresh
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2 finely chopped garlic cloves
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs (golden preferred)
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1/2 teaspoon salt (sea salt works great)
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20g mixture of fresh greens (parsley, mint, and dill), chopped
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Pinch of ground black pepper for a kick
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A little extra virgin olive oil for brushing
→ Big Couscous
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1 cup of pearl couscous
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1.5 cups drinking water
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Pinch of sea salt (adjust as preferred)
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5g chopped dill leaves, fresh
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1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
→ Crisp Cucumber Salad
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1 cucumber, sliced into thin rounds
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1 red onion, sliced finely
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Dash of salt and freshly crushed pepper
# Instructions:
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Use a big bowl to combine minced chicken, crumbled feta, zucchini, lemon zest and juice, egg, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, salt, chopped herbs, and a dash of black pepper. Blend everything gently to keep it light but still fully mixed.
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Form 12 golf ball-sized meatballs using your hands. Lightly brush or spritz the meatballs with extra virgin olive oil to help them brown beautifully.
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For air fryers, set to 205°C and cook near the top layer for 11 minutes till well caramelized. Baking lovers, preheat the oven to 220°C and bake on an upper rack for 12-15 minutes until cooked and golden.
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Cook couscous by toasting it in olive oil over high heat for a minute or two until lightly golden. Then, pour in the water with a little salt. Simmer until tender but slightly firm (10-12 mins). Drain extras, mix in dill and olive oil, season as you like, and brighten it up with a hit of lemon juice (around 20ml).
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Take sliced cucumbers and red onions, toss them lightly in a bowl with a pinch of salt, some pepper, and the rest of the lemon juice. This crunchy mixture balances the flavors perfectly.
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Spoon your tasty couscous onto each serving plate, top with a few of the juicy meatballs, and add the crisp cucumber mix on the side. Finish with a splash of olive oil and enjoy it warm while fresh!
# Notes:
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A deliciously fresh dish packed with zesty lemon, vibrant herbs, and hearty protein. Great for preparing ahead and tastes just as good the next day for lunch.