Instant Pot Greek-Style Meatballs (Printable)

Tender Greek-style meatballs simmered in tomato sauce with a creamy lemon-feta topping for a flavorful meal.

# Ingredient list:

→ Meatballs

01 - 1.1 lb ground beef or lamb
02 - 1 small onion, finely grated
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
06 - 1 tsp dried oregano
07 - 1 tsp salt
08 - ½ tsp black pepper
09 - 1 large egg
10 - ½ cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free optional)
11 - 2 tbsp milk

→ Cooking Liquid

12 - 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
13 - ½ cup beef or chicken broth
14 - 1 tbsp olive oil
15 - 1 tsp dried oregano
16 - ½ tsp salt

→ Lemon-Feta Sauce

17 - ½ cup Greek yogurt
18 - ⅔ cup crumbled feta cheese
19 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
20 - 1 tsp lemon zest
21 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
22 - 1 tbsp olive oil
23 - Black pepper, to taste

→ To Serve

24 - Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
25 - Lemon wedges

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a large bowl, mix ground meat, grated onion, minced garlic, parsley, mint, oregano, salt, black pepper, egg, breadcrumbs, and milk until just combined without overmixing.
02 - Form the mixture into 16 to 18 evenly sized golf ball-shaped meatballs.
03 - Set Instant Pot to Sauté mode, add olive oil, and brown meatballs in batches for about 2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
04 - Add crushed tomatoes, broth, oregano, and salt to the Instant Pot, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
05 - Return meatballs to the pot, nestling them into the sauce. Secure lid, set valve to Sealing, and pressure cook on Manual for 8 minutes.
06 - Perform a quick release of pressure, carefully remove the lid, and let the meatballs rest in the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes.
07 - Whisk together Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, lemon juice, lemon zest, fresh dill, olive oil, and black pepper until smooth.
08 - Plate meatballs topped with tomato sauce and a generous spoonful of lemon-feta sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy weeknight dinner
  • Gluten-Free option available
02 -
  • Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version
  • The lemon-feta sauce doubles as a dip for roasted vegetables
03 -
  • Do not overmix the meatball mixture to keep them tender
  • Brown meatballs in batches to avoid crowding the Instant Pot
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