Greek Meatball Sandwiches Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
1 onion, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs ground lamb
1 slice sandwich bread , torn into crumbs
5 tbsp chopped fresh mint or 5 tbsp cilantro
2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
4 large pita bread
tomato , slices
shredded lettuce
8 oz plain greek yogurt ( do not use fat-free
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled seeded and minced
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes. Allow to cool.
In a large bowl, mix lamb (beef or turkey), breadcrumbs, mint or cilantro, cumin, salt, pepper and egg. Mix in cooked onions and garlic. Shape mixture into 16 meatballs (about 2 inches in diameter).
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons oil to the skillet; place over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add meatballs. Cook, turning, until browned all over and cooked through, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Cut tops off pitas and open, forming pockets. Fill each with four meatballs, sliced cucumber and tzatziki to taste.
To make Tzatziki: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir to blend. Chill until ready to serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	821.43 Kcal (3439 kJ)
Calories from fat	462.87 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	51.43g	79%
Cholesterol	173.48mg	58%
Sodium	1487.2mg	62%
Potassium	771.72mg	16%
Total Carbs	43g	14%
Sugars	4.05g	16%
Dietary Fiber	4.05g	16%
Protein	42.5g	85%
Vitamin C	12.9mg	22%
Vitamin A	0.9mg	31%
Iron	117.2mg	651%
Calcium	211.4mg	21%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	208.87 Kcal (874 kJ)
Calories from fat	117.69 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	13.08g	79%
Cholesterol	44.11mg	58%
Sodium	378.15mg	62%
Potassium	196.23mg	16%
Total Carbs	10.93g	14%
Sugars	1.03g	16%
Dietary Fiber	1.03g	16%
Protein	10.81g	85%
Vitamin C	3.3mg	22%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	31%
Iron	29.8mg	651%
Calcium	53.8mg	21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

salty
savory
bitter
sweet

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