Build-Your-Own Mediterranean-Inspired Bowls

Make the Rice:

Heat a saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the shallot and garlic and cook, stirring, until tender, about 3 minutes. Add the lemon zest, rice, salt and turmeric and continue to cook, toasting the rice until fragrant and lightly browned, about 4 more minutes. Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, stir and reduce the heat to a light simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep covered for 10 more minutes to allow it to continue to steam.

Meanwhile, Make the Meatballs:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the turkey, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, coriander, cumin, allspice, paprika, sesame seeds, tahini, dill and parsley. Mix until well combined.

Roll into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet. Transfer to the oven and bake until cooked through and golden brown on the top, 15 to 18 minutes.

Meanwhile, Make the Tahini Drizzle:

To make the tahini drizzle simply combine the tahini and lemon juice in a bowl. Add 1 tbsp of warm water at a time and whisk until it reaches your desired consistency.

Build your own bowls:

Serve the lemon-turmeric rice, meatballs, and tahini drizzle with your desired toppings and build your own bowl!