International-Themed Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

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Tender lamb meatballs seasoned with warm spices, served with a cooling yogurt sauce, reflecting the diverse global flavors of a theme park adventure. This Middle Eastern-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground lamb, breadcrumbs, egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground lamb
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large, beaten egg
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large beaten egg, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
Step 2: Form the mixture into 16 evenly sized meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning frequently, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
Step 3: In a small bowl, stir together 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Serve the warm meatballs with a generous dollop of the yogurt sauce for a refreshing contrast.