Name: Greek Stuffed Onions
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 6 large yellow or sweet onions; 1 lb ground beef (or lamb); 1/2 cup long-grain rice; 2 cloves garlic; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped (or 1 tsp dried); 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried; Juice of 1 lemon; Chopped parsley or dill, for garnish; Lemon wedges, for serving

Description

Greek Stuffed Onions are a flavorful and visually stunning dish that combines tender onions with a savory filling of ground beef, rice, and aromatic herbs. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe is perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. The stuffed onions are baked in a tangy tomato sauce that enhances their rich flavors, making them an unforgettable dish that will delight your taste buds. Easy to prepare and ideal for meal prep, Greek Stuffed Onions are sure to become a favorite in your weekly rotation.

Ingredients

Scale

6 large yellow or sweet onions
1 lb ground beef (or lamb)
1/2 cup long-grain rice
2 cloves garlic
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh dill or 1 teaspoon dried
Juice of 1 lemon
Chopped parsley or dill, for garnish
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

Boil the onions in salted water for 10-12 minutes until softened. Let cool, then separate into cups.
In a skillet, sauté chopped onion and garlic in olive oil. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in rice, parsley, mint, allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
Stuff each onion cup with the filling and place seam-side down in a greased casserole dish.
Prepare the sauce by cooking garlic in olive oil, then adding crushed tomatoes, broth, oregano, dill, and lemon juice. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
Pour the sauce over the stuffed onions and bake covered at 375°F for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 20-30 minutes.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 stuffed onion (approx. 250g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: You can replace ground beef with lentils or mushrooms for a vegetarian version. Feel free to experiment with different herbs like basil or oregano for unique flavors.