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Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki and Pomegranate Glaze

Savor the flavors of the Mediterranean with these succulent Lamb Meatballs served with a refreshing Tzatziki sauce and a tantalizing Pomegranate Glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Grater
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Tzatziki:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium cucumber, seeded and grated
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste

For the Pomegranate Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  • Shape the mixture into 1-inch (2.5cm) meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until they are browned and cooked through.
  • While the meatballs are baking, prepare the tzatziki. Squeeze the grated cucumber to remove excess moisture.
  • In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, squeezed cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic, and salt. Stir until well blended and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the pomegranate juice, honey, and balsamic vinegar.
  • Simmer the mixture until it thickens and reduces by half, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  • Place the lamb meatballs on a plate, drizzle with the pomegranate glaze, and serve with a side of tzatziki sauce.

Notes

For a lighter version, you can substitute ground lamb with ground turkey or chicken.
Ensure the glaze is cool before drizzling to get the perfect consistency.
If you're preparing this dish for a mezze platter, consider making smaller meatballs and serving with additional Mediterranean sides.
Keyword Healthy Dinner, Lamb Meatballs, Mediterranean Recipe, Pomegranate Glaze, Tzatziki