Fried Meatballs with Salad and Yogurt
Crispy fried meatballs served over a fresh arugula salad with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and radishes, topped with a creamy yogurt sauce and a drizzle of red sauce. A quick and satisfying meal ready in about 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 25g

Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 4 cups salad mix (arugula, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, radishes)
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix 1 lb ground beef with 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Shape into 12 small meatballs, about 1 inch each.
- 2
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Divide 4 cups salad mix among plates. Top with the hot meatballs.
- 4
Dollop 0.5 cup yogurt over the salad and meatballs. Drizzle with your favorite red sauce (like sriracha or ketchup) if desired.
- 5
Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
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