NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz Ground lamb

1 clove Garlic

2 tbsp Fresh parsley

0.5 tsp Ground cumin

0.25 tsp Ground coriander

0.13 tsp Ground cinnamon

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

0.5 cup Nonfat Greek yogurt

1 tbsp Fresh mint

1 tsp Lemon juice

1 cup Cucumber

2 tbsp Red onion

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, minced garlic, finely chopped parsley, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, half the sea salt, and half the black pepper.

• 2

  Mix the meat and spices by hand until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat which can make it tough.

• 3

  Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into long, oblong cylinders around wooden or metal skewers.

• 4

  Preheat a cast-iron grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat and lightly coat with a touch of oil spray if needed.

• 5

  Grill the koftas for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F and have a nice charred exterior.

• 6

  While the meat cooks, prepare the sauce by whisking together the Greek yogurt, finely chopped mint, lemon juice, and the remaining salt and pepper in a small bowl.

• 7

  Dice the cucumber and thinly slice the red onion to create a simple base salad.

• 8

  Plate the hot lamb koftas over the cucumber and onion mixture and serve immediately with a generous dollop of the mint yogurt sauce.