Greek-Style Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-14 · Updated 2026-07-14

Tender lamb meatballs seasoned with Mediterranean herbs and spices, served with a cooling cucumber tzatziki sauce. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ground lamb, red onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 medium, grated and drained cucumber
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 large egg, and 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
2. Step 2: Shape the mixture into 16 uniform meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F). Remove and keep warm.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki by combining 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 grated and drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and stir well.
5. Step 5: Serve the lamb meatballs warm with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce on top or on the side.