Ground Lamb Loaf Tzatziki Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with this Ground Lamb Loaf paired with creamy Tzatziki Sauce—a Mediterranean-inspired twist on classic comfort food. Featuring perfectly seasoned ground lamb infused with warm spices like cumin, cinnamon, and coriander, this tender and juicy loaf is baked to perfection and rests beautifully on a plate. The star accompaniment? A refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce made with tangy Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, fresh dill, and a hint of lemon. Simple yet aromatic, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering. Serve it with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or warm pita bread for a complete, flavor-packed meal. Easy to prepare and bursting with bold, vibrant flavors, this dish is the ultimate go-to for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
- 1 tablespoon dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for sauce)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (for sauce)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (for sauce)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, ground coriander, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients gently with your hands or a spoon until evenly combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
Lightly grease a loaf pan with olive oil and transfer the lamb mixture into the pan. Press it down evenly and smooth the surface.
Bake the lamb loaf in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
While the loaf bakes, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt, grated and squeezed cucumber, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and salt in a bowl.
Stir the tzatziki sauce until smooth and adjust the seasoning to taste. Chill the sauce until ready to serve.
Slice the lamb loaf and serve warm with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce on top. Enjoy with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1996 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.6 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.9 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 656 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 5710 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 152.5 g | 305% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2358 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
