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Greek Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki & Pita

Greek Lamb Meatballs with Tzatziki & Pita | 5 Easy Flavorful Tips


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  • Author: Lisa
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Juicy, herb-packed Greek lamb meatballs meet cool, creamy tzatziki and warm pita for the ultimate Mediterranean comfort food. Perfect for weeknight dinners, mezze platters, or easy entertaining—this recipe balances bold spices with refreshing yogurt sauce, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and fresh.


Ingredients

  • For the Lamb Meatballs:
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground lamb

  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 small red onion, finely grated

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 large egg

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)

  • For the Tzatziki:
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt

  • 1/2 cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • To Serve:
  • 4 pita breads, warmed

  • Sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions (optional garnish)


Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix ground lamb, breadcrumbs, grated onion, garlic, egg, parsley, mint, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until just combined.

  2. Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in size.

  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the meatballs in batches for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and fully cooked.

  4. For the tzatziki, combine yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.

  5. Warm the pita breads, then serve with lamb meatballs, generous tzatziki, and fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the meatball mixture or they’ll turn dense.

  • Chill tzatziki before serving to let the flavors meld.

  • Meatballs can be baked at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes as a lighter alternative.

 

  • Store leftovers in the fridge: meatballs up to 3 days, tzatziki up to 2 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion (about 4–5 meatballs + pita + tzatziki)
  • Calories: 390 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28mg
  • Cholesterol: 95mg