Description
These flavorful lamb meatballs are paired with a refreshing mint chimichurri sauce, making for a delicious and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the lamb meatballs:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the mint chimichurri:
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep and mix. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Combine the lamb, egg, onion, flour, garlic, herbs, spices, and lemon zest in a bowl. Mix well.
- Make the lamb meatballs. Roll the mixture into meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the lamb meatballs. Bake in the oven until browned and cooked through.
- Make the mint chimichurri. Combine all chimichurri ingredients in a bowl.
- Serve. Spoon the mint chimichurri over the meatballs before serving.
Notes
- Store cooked meatballs in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prepare meatballs and chimichurri ahead of time for easy meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg