Gyro Bowls are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the rich flavors of Greek cuisine in a single dish. This recipe features savory meatballs paired with homemade tzatziki sauce, fragrant lemon rice, and a crisp cucumber salad, creating a vibrant Mediterranean flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine ground lamb or beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated, ensuring not to overmix.
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir until combined and refrigerate until ready to serve.
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the rice and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, lemon juice, and zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
In a bowl, combine diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
In serving bowls, layer lemon rice, top with meatballs, add tzatziki sauce, and finish with the cucumber salad.
