Harissa-Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt-Dill Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-27 · Updated 2026-05-27

Tender lamb meatballs are seasoned with smoky harissa and warm spices, pan-seared, and served with a cooling yogurt-dill sauce for contrast. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs ground lamb, harissa paste, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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
• 2 tbsp harissa paste
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 small, finely diced onion
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 2 tbsp harissa paste, 1 tsp ground cumin, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 small finely diced onion, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
2. Step 2: Form the mixture into 16 equal meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
3. Step 3: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, mix 1 cup Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl.
5. Step 5: Serve the hot meatballs with the yogurt-dill sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.