Low Fat Savory Lamb Meatballs
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these Low Fat Savory Lamb Meatballs, a lighter yet flavor-packed twist on a classic favorite. Crafted with lean ground lamb, aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, and fresh parsley, these meatballs are both hearty and healthy. The recipe incorporates low-fat Greek yogurt and egg whites to keep them moist while reducing calorie content, making it perfect for health-conscious cooks. Baked to perfection in the oven, these tender meatballs come out golden and juicy without the need for excessive oil. Ideal for pairing with a vibrant tzatziki sauce or serving over crisp greens, they're a versatile dish ready in just 45 minutes. Whether you're hosting dinner or meal-prepping, these lamb meatballs offer a nutritious and satisfying option you'll want on repeat!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground lamb
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 egg white
- 50 grams breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
- as needed olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground lamb, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and egg white. Mix thoroughly using your hands or a spatula.
Add the breadcrumbs, low-fat Greek yogurt, ground cumin, ground coriander, black pepper, salt, and red chili flakes to the lamb mixture. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
Lightly coat your hands with some olive oil spray to prevent sticking, and shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs, placing them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
Lightly spray the tops of the meatballs with olive oil spray for a bit of added flavor and moisture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are browned and cooked through in the center. You can cut one open to check if they are done.
Optional: serve these meatballs with a side of low-fat tzatziki sauce or over a bed of mixed greens for a complete meal.
Enjoy your low-fat savory lamb meatballs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.0 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 404 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 2413 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 101.6 g | 203% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1862 mg | 40% | |
*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.
