Submitted by: Amy Casteel
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Servings: 4
This is a great recipe to make ahead of time, because the flavors only get better.
2 tbsp. cucumber
1 lbs. ground lamb
1/4 c. white onion
1 tbsp. fresh mint
1 tbsp. cilantro
1 clove garlic
1 tsp. sea salt
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. black pepper
7 oz. Greek yogurt
2 tsp. cilantro
2 tsp. fresh mint
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tbsp. lemon zest
1 tbsp. lemon juice
Preheat oven to 375°F and arrange a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine ground lamb, finely chopped white onion, 1 tablespoon finely chopped mint, 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro, minced garlic, sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, cinnamon, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly with your hands, and form into 2 teaspoon balls and place on baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until meatballs are no longer pink in the middle.
Meanwhile, combine Greek yogurt, 2 teaspoons finely chopped cilantro, 2 teaspoons finely chopped mint, 1 teaspoon cumin, lemon zest, lemon juice, and finely chopped cucumber in a small bowl. Season with sea salt and pepper. Mix well and serve with the meatballs.