Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Harissa Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

Tender lamb meatballs infused with warm Moroccan spices, served alongside a cooling harissa-spiked yogurt sauce for dipping or drizzling. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground lamb, onion, garlic cloves 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 small, finely grated onion
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp harissa paste
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 1 small finely grated onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
2. Step 2: Form the mixture into 16 small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, whisk together 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp harissa paste, and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
5. Step 5: Serve the lamb meatballs warm with the harissa yogurt sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.