Description
A vibrant, flavorful twist on classic meatballs, these Mediterranean meatballs are packed with herbs, spices, and a hint of feta. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, a casual gathering, or meal prepping, they are tender, juicy, and full of sunshine-in-a-bite flavors. Serve them with rice, couscous, or a Greek salad for a complete Mediterranean experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground lamb
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free substitute)
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Mix ground meat, onion, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, feta, herbs, lemon zest, and spices until combined.
- Shape mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs.
- Pan-fry in olive oil over medium heat 5–7 minutes per side or bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes.
- Optional: Simmer in tomato sauce for 10 minutes for extra flavor.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, mint, and feta before serving.
Notes
- Chill the mixture before shaping for better consistency.
- Adjust herbs and spices to taste.
- Serve with couscous, rice, or salad for a full Mediterranean meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-fry or bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 18–20
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg