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Moroccan Lamb Meatball Pita Bites

Prep 25 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Moroccan Lamb Meatball Pita Bites

Tender Moroccan-spiced lamb meatballs tucked into mini pitas with a zesty cucumber-tomato salad and creamy tahini sauce. A fun, kid-friendly global meal the whole family will love!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground lamb
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 12 whole wheat mini pitas
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2-3 tbsp water
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp salt until well combined.

  2. 2

    Roll the lamb mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes, until cooked through.

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