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Herbed Lamb Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Tender lamb meatballs simmered in a quick tomato sauce with mushrooms and fresh herbs. One pan, 20 minutes, Mediterranean comfort in a bowl.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
312
Protein
24g
Herbed Lamb Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
comfortwholesomemediterraneanlambtenderjuicyMain courseweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix ground lamb, breadcrumbs, herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl until just combined.

  2. Step 2

    Roll mixture into 8–10 meatballs and set aside on a plate.

  3. Step 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, then add meatballs without stirring for 2 minutes until bottoms brown.

  4. Step 4

    Add diced onion and mushrooms around the meatballs, stir gently, cook 2 minutes until fragrant.

  5. Step 5

    Pour in tomatoes with juice, stir gently, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 8 minutes uncovered.

  6. Step 6

    Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot in bowls with sauce spooned over.

Tools you’ll need

  • medium mixing bowl
  • 12-inch skillet
  • spoon

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