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Zesty Mediterranean Beef Meatballs with Herb Couscous

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Zesty Mediterranean Beef Meatballs with Herb Couscous

Family-friendly Mediterranean-inspired beef meatballs baked in a zesty tomato sauce, served over fluffy herb-infused couscous for a wholesome, global-inspired dinner the whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 egg
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 15oz can canned diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

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