Mediterranean Diet Savory Lamb Meatballs

Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, these Savory Lamb Meatballs are a deliciously healthy addition to your dinner table, perfectly aligned with the Mediterranean diet. Made with tender ground lamb and an aromatic blend of fresh parsley, mint, garlic, and warm spices like cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, these meatballs are elevated with a hint of zesty lemon for a refreshing twist. Gently pan-seared to golden perfection in heart-healthy olive oil, they’ve got a crisp exterior while remaining juicy and flavorful inside. Quick to prepare and ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe makes an ideal protein-packed entrée or appetizer. Serve these irresistibly fragrant meatballs over a bed of couscous, with a side of tzatziki, or alongside a crisp Mediterranean salad for a meal that’s both satisfying and nutrient-rich.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground lamb
• 1 small, finely chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh mint
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped mint, ground cumin, ground coriander, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, large egg, and lemon zest.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into 24 even-sized meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter each.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are spaced evenly apart, and cook until browned on all sides, approximately 8-10 minutes.

Step 6

Turn the meatballs occasionally to ensure even browning and cook through. You may have to cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Step 7

Once fully cooked, remove the meatballs from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.

Step 8

Serve the Mediterranean lamb meatballs warm, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(750.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1853.4

Total Fat 134.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.6g
Cholesterol 699.5mg	0%
Sodium 4437.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 133.6g	0%

Vitamin D 73.8IU	0%
Calcium 287.2mg	0%
Iron 14.8mg	0%
Potassium 2332.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.2%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 4.7%