Spiced Lamb Flatbreads with Mint Sauce

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 4

Why I Love This Recipe

These juicy, spiced lamb patties are packed with flavor and perfect for a summer night on the grill. I love the contrast of the warm meat with the cool, minty green sauce and creamy goat cheese. Served on grilled flatbread, they make for an easy dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer when sliced up.

Ingredients

For the Lamb Patties:

• 1 lb ground lamb

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1/2 tsp ground coriander

• 1/2 tsp ground fennel seeds

• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 Tbsp olive oil (for grilling)

For the Mint Sauce:

• 1 cup fresh mint leaves

• 1/2 cup fresh parsley

• 1 small garlic clove

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1/3 cup olive oil

• Salt to taste

For Serving:

• 4 small naan or flatbreads

• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta

• Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Make the PattiesIn a bowl, mix together lamb, garlic, and spices. Form into 4 oval patties. Chill for 10–15 minutes while you prep the sauce.

2. Make the Mint SauceIn a food processor, blend mint, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth. Season with salt.

3. Grill the LambHeat grill or grill pan over medium-high. Brush with olive oil. Grill patties for 3–4 minutes per side or until cooked through.

4. Warm the FlatbreadToss naan or flatbreads on the grill for 30 seconds per side until lightly charred and warm.

5. AssembleTop each flatbread with a lamb patty, drizzle with mint sauce, sprinkle with goat cheese, and garnish with extra mint.

Notes

• Gluten-Free Tip: Use gluten-free flatbreads or serve over a salad.

• Dairy-Free Option: Skip the cheese or use a plant-based feta.

• Hosting Tip: Make smaller patties and serve them sliced as party bites!