Description
Juicy, herb-packed meatballs with a tangy yogurt sauce, perfect for appetizers or a light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, red onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, feta, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- For the tzatziki, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
- Serve meatballs warm with tzatziki sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Greek