Greek Meatballs In Tomato Yogurt Mint Sauce Recipe

Name: Greek Meatballs In Tomato Yogurt Mint Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg, beaten; 1 1/2 lbs ground lamb; 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt, divided; 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3/4 cup fresh breadcrumb; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 3/4 teaspoon salt; fresh ground pepper; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 tablespoon chopped of fresh mint; mint sprig

Servings: persons

1 large egg, beaten
1 1/2 lbs ground lamb
1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup fresh breadcrumb
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon chopped of fresh mint
mint sprig

1
In a mixing bowl, combine the egg, lamb, 1/4 cup yogurt and the next 7 ingredients; mix well.
2
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
3
Form lamb mixture into 1-inch meatballs; place on a rimmed baking sheet.
4
Bake in a 400 degree oven for about 15 minutes or until browned.
5
Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees.
6
Transfer meatballs to a 2 1/2 quart baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray.
7
In a small bowl, whisk the tomato sauce, remaining yogurt, and mint; pour sauce over meatballs.
8
Cover and bake 30 minutes; uncover and bake until bubbly (about 10 more minutes).
9
Garnish with mint leaves.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large egg, beaten, 1 1/2 lbs ground lamb, 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt, divided, 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion, and more.

Yes, Greek Meatballs In Tomato Yogurt Mint Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Greek Meatballs In Tomato Yogurt Mint Sauce

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