Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Harissa Yogurt Dip

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

Tender lamb meatballs infused with warm Moroccan spices, served alongside a cooling harissa-spiced yogurt dip. This mediterranean-inspired lamb ready in about 25 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 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 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp harissa paste
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb with 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
2. Step 2: Shape the mixture into 16 small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp harissa paste, and 1 tsp lemon juice until smooth.
5. Step 5: Serve the warm lamb meatballs with the harissa yogurt dip on the side for dipping.