Nitrate & Nitrite Free Gluten Free Greek Feta Meatballs
Total time42 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time22 min
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6 servings
For the meatballs
- 1 lb ground lamb
- ½ lb ground beef (80/20)
- ½ cup gluten free breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 3 oz feta cheese, crumbled (about ¾ cup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the yogurt sauce
- 1 cup plain greek yogurt
- ½ english cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and brush or drizzle it with the olive oil.
- 2
Make the yogurt sauce: stir together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl until combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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