Baked Greek Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
The easiest meatballs paired with homemade Tzatziki for a delicious and healthy meal. Stuff into warm flatbreads, make couscous or rice bowls, or serve with roasted cauliflower for a low-carb salad meal!
- 700g/24.7oz Lamb (Minced)
- 1 Small Onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 4 Tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped)
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Mint (chopped)
- 1 Tsp Oregano (Dried)
- 2 Tsp Cumin (Ground)
- 1 Tsp Coriander (Ground)
- ¼ Tsp Chilli Flakes
- 1 Egg (beaten)
- ¼ Cup Breadcrumbs
- Salt & Pepper
- 1 Cup Cucumber (Grated without the seeds)
- 1 ½ Cups Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 Tbls Fresh Mint (chopped)
- 1 Tbls Fresh Dill (chopped)
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1 Medium Garlic (minced)
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- ½ Tsp Sea Salt
In a large bowl combine all ingredients together and form into balls.
Cover and place in the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavours marinate.
Place on a baking sheet and bake in oven 200C/400F for 20 minutes. Best served with Tzatziki Sauce.
With your hand squeeze the cucumber to remove as much liquid as possible and pat dry with kitchen roll tissues. Transfer to a serving bowl.
Add the yogurt, oil, herbs, lemon juice, garlic, salt and mix well.
Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes then taste and add additional herbs, lemon juice to your liking if needed.
Enjoy!