Spicy Lamb Meatballs with Mint Yogurt and Quinoa

Juicy lamb meatballs seasoned with oriental spices, served with a refreshing mint yogurt dip and protein-rich quinoa. A flavorful and satisfying dinner.

• 25 minutes
• 1 serving
• Main course

• omnivore
• high in protein
• rich in iron
• high in fibre
• energy
• aids digestion
• microbiome-friendly

Ingredients

• 250 g Lamb ((ground))
• 50 g Onion ((small))
• 3 g Garlic
• 0.5 piece Cumin
• 15 g Coriander ((ground))
• 5 g Olive Oil (Extra Virgin)
• 100 g Yogurt ((natural))
• 0.25 piece Mint ((fresh))
• 25 g Lemon
• 80 g Quinoa ((uncooked))

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
2. For the meatballs, combine ground lamb, chopped onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, 0.25 tsp salt, and 0.1 tsp pepper in a bowl and mix well. Form into small balls.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan. Fry the meatballs until golden brown and cooked through.
4. For the mint yogurt dip, mix yogurt, chopped mint, lemon juice, remaining salt, and pepper together.
5. Serve lamb meatballs with quinoa and mint yogurt dip.

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