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Juicy spiced lamb meatballs served with a creamy, herb-loaded Green Goddess dip — a flavorful and festive appetizer or main.

Ingredients

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For Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground lamb

  • ½ cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • ¼ cup grated onion

  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro or parsley

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp chili flakes or 1 tsp harissa

  • ¾ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp pepper

  • Olive oil for cooking

For Green Goddess Dip:

  • 1 avocado

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

  • ½ cup mixed fresh herbs

  • 1 garlic clove or 1 tbsp shallot

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice + zest

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine all meatball ingredients in a bowl. Mix gently and form into 1–1½” balls.

  • Chill meatballs for 20–30 minutes.

  • Pan-fry or bake at 400°F for 18–20 minutes, until browned and cooked through.

  • For the dip, blend all ingredients until smooth. Chill until ready.

  • Serve meatballs warm with dip and garnishes.

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