Baked Dill Lamb Meatballs with Tomato Basil Sauce

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Tender lamb meatballs simmered in a tomato basil sauce, ideal for meal prep and weeknight dinners. This Mediterranean-inspired meal-prep recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs ground lamb, fresh dill, small onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 2 tbsp fresh dill, 1 small onion (finely diced), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1 egg, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, then form into 12 equal-sized meatballs.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes total.
  3. Step 3: Pour 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes into the skillet, then add 1/4 cup fresh basil, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano. Stir to combine, then bring to a simmer. Cover and bake for 20-25 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Serve hot with 1/4 cup grated parmesan sprinkled on top.

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