A spiced-up twist on a holiday party classic, cooled down with a creamy tzatziki sauce. 

Harissa Spiced Meatballs 

Prep Time: 20 minutes 

Cook Time: 15 minutes 

Ingredients: 

Meatballs 

  • 1 lb. ground lamb 
  • 1-3 cloves finely minced garlic 
  • ½ tsp ginger powder 
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon 
  • ½ teaspoon oregano 
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper 
  • ½ teaspoon harissa 
  • 1 egg 

Cilantro Yogurt Sauce 

  • 1 package of CAVA Tzatziki 
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro 
  • ¼ lemon 
  • Pinch of salt 

Preheat oven 400 degrees Fahrenheit. 

Combine meatball ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly. 

Measure out the mixture into 1 oz. portions and roll into balls. Place meatballs on a greased baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. 

Meanwhile, combine CAVA Tzatziki, cilantro, lemon, and salt in a bowl and mix thoroughly. 

Remove meatballs from oven, mix with yogurt sauce, and serve warm. 

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