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Greek Style Lamb Meatball Tray Bake

Savor the Flavors of Greece with This One-Pan Wonder

4servings
45 min
Easy
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Greek Style Lamb Meatball Tray Bake

About this recipe

Indulge in a delightful blend of flavors with this Greek-style lamb meatball tray bake. Perfect for a weekday meal or special occasion, this dish combines juicy lamb meatballs with roasted vegetables and a refreshing yogurt sauce. Enjoy the simplicity of a one-pan meal that bursts with Mediterranean goodness.

Ingredients

  • 500g ground lamb
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).

  2. 2

    Mix lamb, breadcrumbs, herbs, spices, onion, and garlic in a bowl until combined.

  3. 3

    Form into 1-inch meatballs.

  4. 4

    Brown meatballs in an oven-safe skillet with olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add sliced peppers, onion, zucchini, tomatoes, and olives to the skillet, mixing gently.

  6. 6

    Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until meatballs are fully cooked and vegetables are tender.

  7. 7

    Top with crumbled feta and garnish with fresh parsley and mint before serving.

  8. 8

    Serve with a side of yogurt sauce for dipping.

Chef's tip

For a gluten-free option, replace breadcrumbs with almond flour.

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