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Mediterranean Lamb Meatballs and Pearl Couscous

Servings 4
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 bag Success Pearl Couscous
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups feta cheese crumbled, divided
  • 3/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Greek seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1/4 cup onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 1/4 cup zucchini diced
  • 1 cup tzatziki
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare pearl couscous according to package directions. Replace water with chicken broth.
  • In large bowl, combine lamb, eggs, 3/4 cup feta, panko breadcrumbs, Greek seasoning and salt. Knead gently to combine. Form small meatballs using hands.
  • In large pan over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Cook meatballs 5 minutes until browned on all sides. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover pan with lid. Cook 5 minutes, or until fully cooked.
  • In medium saucepan over medium-high heat, heat remaining oil. Add onions and cook 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and zucchini and cook 3 minutes. Stir in pearl couscous until ingredients are fully combined.
  • Divide pearl couscous between bowls. Add meatballs then tzatziki. Garnish with remaining feta and mint, if desired.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean