Description
Juicy, herb-packed lamb meatballs featuring classic Mediterranean spices—baked for a healthier, mess-free take on the Greek classic.
Ingredients
1 pound ground lamb
1/3 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if preferred)
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
Form mixture into 1.5-inch balls using a scoop or by hand.
Place meatballs on the prepared baking sheet evenly spaced.
Bake for 18–20 minutes, turning once halfway through.
Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving or storing.
Notes
Freeze cooked meatballs for up to 3 months.
Use ground turkey or beef as substitutes if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 19g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Greek lamb meatballs, Mediterranean lamb recipe, healthy lamb meatballs