Greek-Inspired Meatball Appetiser
These juicy, herby Greek-inspired meatballs bring Mediterranean flavor to any occasion. Made with ground beef or lamb, feta, lemon zest, and fresh herbs, they’re perfect as elegant appetizers, canapés, or individual wedding bites. Simple, flavorful, and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- Oven
Ingredients
Meatballs Mixture
- 500 g ground beef or lamb or a mix of both
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg lightly beaten
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 onion grated or finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp lemon zest freshly grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil plus more for drizzling
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground meat, crumbled feta, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, oregano, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the meatballs: Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized balls (around 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Cook for 15–18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with extra herbs. Serve warm on skewers or as canapés with tzatziki or yogurt dip.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the meat mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
- Prepare in advance and reheat before serving.
- For a classic touch, pair with tzatziki, hummus, or cucumber salad.