Meatballs with Orzo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meatballs
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1 pound ground chicken or turkey
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1 egg
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1/3 cup panko crumbs
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1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
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3 tablespoons grated onion
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Zest from 1 lemon
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1 garlic clove, minced or grated
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1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
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Black pepper freshly ground, as needed
→ Orzo
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1 cup uncooked orzo
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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2 1/2 cups chicken broth, reduced-sodium
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1 garlic clove, minced or grated
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1/2 cup diced jarred roasted red peppers
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1/4 cup chopped kalamata olives
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Kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
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2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
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Extra feta cheese for topping
# Instructions:
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In a mixing bowl, toss all meatball ingredients together. Don't overwork the mix. Rub oil on your hands, then scoop a bit of the mixture—about a tablespoon—and shape into a ball. Arrange all meatballs on a plate.
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Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into a big skillet over medium-high heat. Let the oil swirl around. Put the meatballs in the skillet, cooking for 8–10 minutes. Turn them occasionally to get an even brown. Once done, move them onto a clean plate and cover with foil.
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In the same skillet (wipe it clean if needed), heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil over medium. Add orzo and garlic, giving it a stir to toast for about a minute. Stir in the chicken broth, diced roasted peppers, and lemon juice. Let it come to a boil.
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Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, so the orzo doesn't stick. Cook for around 7 minutes until tender. Mix in kalamata olives and the fresh herbs. Put the cooked meatballs on top, and sprinkle more feta cheese and herbs for garnish before serving.