Description
Spicy Lamb Meatballs With Green Goddess Dip are a flavor-packed delight that will impress your guests! These succulent meatballs made from ground lamb are spiced to perfection and served with a refreshing, creamy Green Goddess Dip. Perfect for appetizers or main courses, this dish elevates any occasion with its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas, making it an ideal choice for both casual gatherings and elegant dinner parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, egg, spices, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Roll the mixture into meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and browned.
- For the Green Goddess Dip, blend yogurt, lemon juice, avocado, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve warm meatballs with the dip on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs with dip (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg