Mediterranean Lamb Balls Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Lamb Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 pounds ground lamb; 3 large eggs; 1 cup dark raisins, chopped; 1/2 cup walnut halves, finely chopped; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint; 1/2 cup bread crumbs; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 450F.
2
Drizzle the olive oil into a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and use your hand to evenly coat the entire surface.
3
Set aside.
4
Combine the ground lamb, eggs, raisins, walnuts, parsley, mint, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl and mix by hand until thoroughly incorporated.
5
Roll the mixture into round, golf ballsize meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches), making sure to pack the meat firmly.
6
Place the balls in the prepared baking dish, being careful to line them up snugly and in even rows vertically and horizontally to form a grid.
7
The meatballs should be touching one another.
8
Roast for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are firm and cooked through.
9
A meat thermometer inserted into the center of a meatball should read 165F.
10
Allow the meatballs to cool for 5 minutes in the baking dish before serving.

1048

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 pounds ground lamb, 3 large eggs, 1 cup dark raisins, chopped, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Lamb Balls 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mediterranean Lamb Balls

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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