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Greek Beef and Pork Meatloaf with Tzatziki and Lemon Orzo Salad

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Rett Main Course
Kategori Mediterranean
serveringsstørrelse 4 people

Ingredienser
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 0.5 lb ground pork
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 8 oz orzo pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

fremgangsmåte
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a loaf pan. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, 2 cloves of minced garlic, oregano, half the feta, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, then press the mixture into the prepared pan.
  • Bake the meatloaf for 50 to 55 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F. While it bakes, stir together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, remaining clove of minced garlic, dill, and remaining 0.5 teaspoon salt to make the tzatziki. Set it aside in the refrigerator.
  • Cook the orzo in boiling water according to package directions, then drain and rinse under cold water. Toss the orzo with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, cherry tomatoes, parsley, and the remaining feta. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve slices with a spoonful of tzatziki and a portion of the orzo salad on the side.

merknader

Mix the meatloaf ingredients lightly to keep the texture tender rather than dense. Grate and drain the cucumber well before adding it to the tzatziki so the sauce stays thick. The orzo salad can be made a few hours ahead and chilled, which helps the flavors meld before serving.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Equipment: Loaf pan, Large mixing bowl, Pot for pasta, Grater