Keto Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Garlic Yogurt Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-21 · Updated 2026-06-21

Tender lamb meatballs seasoned with warm spices paired with a cooling garlic yogurt dip for a rich and balanced appetizer. This Middle Eastern-inspired keto recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground lamb, ground cumin, ground coriander for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 cloves, minced garlic clove
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint
• 1 small, minced garlic clove (for dip)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 3/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Add 1 large egg and 1/4 cup almond flour, mixing gently until just combined.
2. Step 2: Form the mixture into 16 small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, and set aside.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
4. Step 4: While meatballs cook, mix 1/2 cup Greek yogurt with 1 tsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint, and 1 small minced garlic clove in a small bowl. Chill until serving.
5. Step 5: Serve the warm spiced lamb meatballs alongside the garlic yogurt dip for dipping.