American Lamb Kefta Meatloaf with Spiced Yogurt & Israeli Salad

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Yields1 Serving
 1.50 Ground American lamb
 3 tbsp Olive oil, divided
 1 Onion, finely chopped
 4 Garlic, minced
 1 Egg
 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
 2 tbsp Whole milk
 0.25 cup Mint, finely chopped
 0.50 Lemon, zested
 1 tsp Ground coriander
 1 tsp Ground cumin
 1 tsp Ground oregano
 1 tsp Kosher salt
 0.50 tsp Cayenne pepper, optional
1

Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper lightly coated with cooking spray or oil.

2

Heat one tablespoon oil In a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook onions and garlic until softened and translucent, approximately 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool. Meanwhile, combine egg, breadcrumbs, and milk in a small bowl.

3

In a large mixing bowl, gently combine ground lamb with the onion mixture, breadcrumb mixture, mint, lemon zest, and spices until just fully combined. Spread mixture on the baking sheet and form into a log approximately 8” x 4”. Brush remaining two tablespoons of olive oil on meatloaf and cook for 35 minutes. Remove from oven, raise temperature to 500°F, and once temperature is reached, continue to cook meatloaf for an additional 5-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

4

Slice meatloaf and serve with spiced yogurt and Israeli salad.

Spiced Yogurt
5

Combine all ingredients in a small mixing bowl and season with Kosher salt. Let sit for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld (or make ahead and refrigerate). Re-season with salt and lemon juice if needed before serving.

Israeli Salad
6

Combine all ingredients in a small mixing bowl and season with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Ingredients

 1.50 Ground American lamb
 3 tbsp Olive oil, divided
 1 Onion, finely chopped
 4 Garlic, minced
 1 Egg
 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs
 2 tbsp Whole milk
 0.25 cup Mint, finely chopped
 0.50 Lemon, zested
 1 tsp Ground coriander
 1 tsp Ground cumin
 1 tsp Ground oregano
 1 tsp Kosher salt
 0.50 tsp Cayenne pepper, optional
American Lamb Kefta Meatloaf with Spiced Yogurt & Israeli Salad