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Lamb meatballs

Easy Lamb Meatballs with Garlic and Herbs

Juicy lamb meatballs with garlic, herbs, and warm spices, broiled until golden and full of flavor.
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Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: Easy Recipes, Lamb, Meatballs, Quick
Servings: 16 meatballs
Calories: 114kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1 small red onion grated
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 4 cloves of garlic finely minced or grated
  • 1½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley packed
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint packed
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • extra virgin olive oil for spraying or brushing
  • 1 lemon cut in half or wedges
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to broil and line a baking sheet with foil.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except the olive oil and lemon.
    1 lb ground lamb, 1 small red onion, 1 large egg, 4 cloves of garlic, 1½ tsp sea salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, 1 tsp cumin, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
  • Form the mixture into golf ball–sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Lightly spray or brush the meatballs with olive oil to help them brown.
    extra virgin olive oil
  • Broil for 15-18 minutes, turning once halfway through, until browned on the outside and cooked through.
  • Transfer to a plate and let rest for a few minutes.
  • Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
    1 lemon

Notes

Note 1 - Grated Onion and Garlic: Grating the onion and garlic helps them blend seamlessly into the mixture, adding moisture and flavor without leaving large pieces in the meatballs. This keeps the texture tender and evenly seasoned throughout.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatball | Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g
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