Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Meatballs with Roasted Cauliflower

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-12 · Updated 2026-05-12

Tender lamb meatballs infused with Moroccan spices served alongside roasted cauliflower make a flavorful, Whole30-friendly dinner. This Middle Eastern-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free, dairy free), ready in about 55 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 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp, divided sea salt
• 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large, cut into florets cauliflower head
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• for serving lemon wedges

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 large head of cauliflower florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender, stirring halfway through.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 1 finely grated small onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
3. Step 3: Form the lamb mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs, about 18 pieces.
4. Step 4: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes total. Remove and keep warm.
5. Step 5: Plate the roasted cauliflower alongside the lamb meatballs. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.