Greek Meatballs With Herb And Lemon Orzo

Greek Meatballs With Herb And Lemon Orzo


1. Bring 3 quarts water to boil in a large saucepan.

2. Add orzo and 1 teaspoon salt and cook over medium heat until just tender, about 10 minutes.

3. Drain and toss with lemon zest, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon mint, 1 tablespoon dill, half of garlic, and 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Meanwhile, mash bread with yogurt in bowl until smooth.

5. Add beef, onion, remaining garlic, mint, and dill, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.

6. Form mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls (you should have 24).

7. Heat remaining 1/4 cup oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over med-high heat until just smoking.

8. Add meatballs and cook gently, shaking pan and turning meatballs with tongs, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 7 minutes.

9. Spoon orzo onto serving platter, top with meatballs, and sprinkle with feta; serve.

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