American Lamb Kefta Meatloaf with Spiced Yogurt and Israeli Salad

By: Shared Appetite | 4-6 SERVINGS

3 tbsp. olive oil, divided

1 sm. onion, finely chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 egg

1/4 c. breadcrumbs

2 tbsp. whole milk

1/2 lbs. ground American Lamb

1/4 c. finely chopped mint

1⁄2 lemon, zested

1 tsp. ground coriander

1 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. ground oregano 1 tsp. kosher salt

1⁄2 tsp. cayenne pepper

(optional)

SPICED YOGURT

1/2 c. Greek yogurt

2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

3 tbsp. finely chopped mint

1⁄4 tsp. ground cumin

1⁄4 tsp. ground coriander

1/4 tsp. garlic powder

Kosher salt

ISRAELI SALAD

1 cucumber, peeled and seeds

removed, finely diced

2 plum tomatoes, seeds removed, finely diced

1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp. chopped parsley Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper lightly

coated with cooking spray or oil.

Heat 1 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.

In a large mixing bowl, gently combine ground American 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 by 4 inches. Brush remaining 2 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 to 10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.

Slice meatloaf and serve with spiced yogurt and Israeli salad.

FOR THE SPICED YOGURT: 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.

FOR THE ISRAELI SALAD: Combine all ingredients in a small mixing bowl and season with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.