Spiced Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs with Refreshing Mint Yogurt Sauce
These Mediterranean lamb meatballs are rich and flavorful, seasoned with cumin, coriander, and garlic. Paired with a creamy mint yogurt sauce, they offer a perfect balance of savory and refreshing tastes that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh mint chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.
- Meanwhile, prepare the mint yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, chopped mint, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- Serve the warm meatballs with the mint yogurt sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Fat: 22g
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 10g