Lamb Kofta with Cucumber Tzatziki

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Mediterranean · 35 min · Lamb · gluten-free, keto, low-carb, high-protein

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Ingredients

• 1/2 lb ground lamb
• 1, grated yellow onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1, grated cucumber
• 1, juiced lemon
• 1/2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

1. Mix the lamb with grated onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, cumin, cinnamon, parsley, and salt until combined.
2. Shape the mixture around skewers or into 12 oval patties.
3. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (160°F).
4. Squeeze the grated cucumber dry and stir it into the yogurt with the remaining garlic clove, grated, plus lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to make tzatziki.
5. Serve the kofta hot with the tzatziki for dipping.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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