Zesty Moroccan-Style Beef Kefta Bowls
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

Spiced Moroccan-inspired beef meatballs served over fragrant basmati rice, roasted vegetables, and cooling cucumber-yogurt sauce. A family-friendly flavor adventure!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef, lean
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, optional, for spice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 medium zucchini, cubed
- 1 medium bell pepper, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 small cucumber, grated
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp mint leaves, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne (if using), and salt. Mix well and form into 1-inch meatballs.


