Can this be made in under 30 minutes?

Yes, the recipe is designed to be quick and efficient.

Does it work for meal prep?

Most versions store well for one to three days.

Yes, simple swaps can be made for convenience or dietary needs.

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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper, and egg. Mix until well combined.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir until well combined and set aside.
In serving bowls, layer the cooked quinoa or rice, top with chopped cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cooked meatballs, feta cheese, and fresh parsley.
Drizzle with the prepared tzatziki sauce and serve with lemon wedges.

Use pre-cooked microwave quinoa or rice to shave off 10 to 15 minutes. Tzatziki can be thickened by squeezing excess water from grated cucumber.