Delicious Mediterranean Lamb Meatball Sandwiches with Creamy Yogurt Sauce

Enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean with these mouthwatering lamb meatball sandwiches. Tender lamb meatballs infused with fragrant herbs and spices, served on a toasted bun with a creamy yogurt sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
• 4 hamburger buns, toasted
• Lettuce leaves, for serving
• Red onion slices, for serving

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, parsley, mint, cumin, coriander, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the lamb mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
4. In a small bowl, mix together Greek yogurt and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in chopped cucumber and tomatoes.
5. To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous amount of the yogurt sauce on the toasted hamburger buns. Place a few meatballs on the bottom half of each bun. Top with lettuce leaves and red onion slices. Cover with the top half of the bun.
6. Serve the Mediterranean Lamb Meatball Sandwiches with extra yogurt sauce on the side, if desired.
7. Enjoy!

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