Greek Lamb Meatball Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, mint, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
• STEP 2.Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
• STEP 3.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
• STEP 4.Meanwhile, prepare the salad by combining salad greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions in a large bowl.
• STEP 5.In a separate bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, salt, and pepper to make the tzatziki sauce.
• STEP 6.To serve, divide the salad onto plates and top with the cooked lamb meatballs. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh herbs, if desired.
• STEP 7.Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add crumbled feta cheese to the salad.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, you can add some chopped chili peppers to the meatball mixture.
• To make the meatballs ahead of time, you can shape them and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.
• Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• This Greek lamb meatball salad is best served fresh.
• If you have any leftovers, store the salad and meatballs separately in the refrigerator.
• When ready to serve again, reheat the meatballs in a skillet or microwave until warmed through.
• Serve with fresh pita bread or as a standalone dish.