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Spicy Lamb Meatballs with Green Goddess Dip

Spicy Lamb Meatballs with Green Goddess Dip

Juicy lamb meatballs full of warm spices served with a cool creamy green dip This fun and easy dinner is perfect for busy nights and will make your meal feel extra special
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 510
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup onion (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 pinch salt (to taste)

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • blender or food processor

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground lamb, garlic, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, cumin, paprika, and parsley. Mix gently with clean hands until combined.
  3. Roll mixture into small walnut-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 18 minutes, until cooked through and lightly browned.
  5. Meanwhile, blend yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. This is your green goddess dip.
  6. Let meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving warm with the dip on the side.