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Feast Like the Gods: Delicious Greek Dinner Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 5-6 pita breads
Directions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the meatballs. Cook for about 10 minutes, turning frequently, until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the other ingredients. Crumble the feta cheese, chop the parsley, halve the tomatoes, and pit the Kalamata olives if necessary.
- To assemble the Greek dinner, place the cooked meatballs, feta cheese, olives, and tomatoes on a large platter. Top with the chopped parsley.
- Toast the pita breads in a toaster or oven until warm and slightly crispy. Cut into wedges and serve alongside the platter.
Enjoy your delicious Greek dinner!
Pro tip: You can add some tzatziki sauce or hummus to your pita bread for even more flavor.