Feta Meatballs with Zucchini Noodles
Crumbled feta gives these meatballs tons of tangy, cheesy flavor.
By Ree Drummond

Yields:
4 serving(s)
Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup panko
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 4 Tbsp. salted butter
- 24 oz. fresh zucchini noodles
- Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
Directions
- Step 1Preheat the oven to 400˚ and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine the beef, egg, feta, panko, onion, garlic, 1 teaspoon oregano, the cumin, 1½ teaspoons salt and the pepper in a large bowl. Mix with your hands until evenly combined.
- Step 2Shape the mixture into 16 small meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each) and arrange on the baking sheet.
- Step 3Bake the meatballs until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Step 4Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Once melted, remove from the heat and add the zucchini noodles, lemon zest and juice and remaining ½ teaspoon each oregano and salt. Toss well. Serve the meatballs with the zucchini noodles.
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