Greek Pasta With Meatballs Recipe

Name: Greek Pasta With Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups orzo pasta, cooked; 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 lb lean ground lamb; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (divided); 2 large egg whites; 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil; 2 cups marinara sauce (bottled, store bought); 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Servings: persons

2 cups orzo pasta, cooked
1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb lean ground lamb
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (divided)
2 large egg whites
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups marinara sauce (bottled, store bought)
3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Cook orzo pasta according to package directions; drain. Keep warm.
3
Combine breacrumbs and next 6 ingredients (through garlic) in a medium bowl; stir in 1 1/2 tablespoons parsley. Add egg whites, stirring mixture until just combined. Shape mixture into 12 (1-inch) meatballs; cover and chill meatballs 5 minutes.
4
Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs to pan; cook 8 minutes, turning to brown on all sides. Drain well; wipe pan clean with paper towels. Return meatballs to pan. Spoon marinara sauce over meatballs; sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 11 minutes or until meatballs are done. Sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons parsley. Serve over orzo.

1024

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups orzo pasta, cooked, 1/3 cup dry breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Greek Pasta With Meatballs falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Greek Pasta With Meatballs

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