Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

egg

lightly beaten

0.5 cup

plain yogurt

1 unit

onion

minced

0.33 cup

dry breadcrumb

fine

1 tbsp

fresh oregano

snipped

2 tsp

fresh mint

snipped

2 tsp

fresh lemon zest

minced

3 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 lbs

ground beef or lamb

0.33 cup

feta cheese

crumbled

2 unit

roma tomatoes

sliced thin

1 unit

lemon

cut into thin wedges

0.5 cup

cucumber

chopped

0.25 cup

feta cheese

crumbled

2 unit

lemon wedge

2 tbsp

fresh mint

chopped

2 lbs

small red potatoes

sliced

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 tbsp

fresh rosemary

snipped

1 tsp

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~5 min

Line a 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

Line a shallow baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~5 min

In a large bowl, whisk egg and stir in yogurt, minced onion, bread crumbs, snipped oregano, mint, minced lemon zest, and minced garlic.

Step 5
~5 min

Add 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Step 6
~5 min

Add ground beef or lamb and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 7
~5 min

Lightly mix to combine.

Step 8
~5 min

Spread the meatloaf mixture into the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~5 min

Lightly press the mixture to form an even, smooth top.

Step 10
~5 min

Arrange thin tomato and lemon slices, alternating, on top of the meatloaf.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Step 12
~5 min

Let the meatloaf stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 13
~5 min

Spoon off any excess fat from the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 14
~5 min

Meanwhile, combine sliced red potatoes with olive oil on the prepared baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 15
~5 min

Bake the potatoes at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes (same time as the meatloaf).

Step 16
~5 min

Remove potatoes from oven and season with salt, pepper, and snipped fresh rosemary.

Step 17
~5 min

Cut the meatloaf into squares to serve.

Step 18
~5 min

Top with additional lemon wedges, chopped cucumber, and fresh mint.

Step 19
~5 min

Serve with feta cheese and herbed potatoes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Meatloaf can be prepared a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Accompany with tzatziki sauce

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Hummus with Pita Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Represents the fusion of Mediterranean flavors and family-style cooking.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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