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Middle Eastern Lamb Koftas & Cos Salad

Middle Eastern Lamb Koftas & Cos Salad

with Garlic Yoghurt & Mint
4.5(10)Review summaryRead review summary highlights
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on April 10, 2025
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Calories
: 
403 kcal
Protein
: 
36.4g protein
Total
: 
25 minutes
Difficulty
: 
Easy
Allergens:
  • Gluten(Wheat)
  • Eggs
  • Milk

Spiced to perfection and packed with flavour, these Middle Eastern lamb koftas are a feast for the senses! Served with a crisp cos salad, cooling garlic yoghurt, and fresh mint, every bite is a delicious balance of warmth and freshness. A vibrant dish that’s as satisfying as it is simple! *This recipe is under 650kcal per serving and under 40g carbohydrates per serving.*

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
Serving amount

1

Radish

1 packet

Mint

1

Cucumber

½ head

Cos Lettuce

3 clove

Garlic

½

Lime

1 packet

Lamb Mince

1 packet

Fine Breadcrumbs

(Contains: Gluten(Wheat))

1 sachet

Middle Eastern Seasoning

1 packet

Greek-Style Yoghurt

(Contains: Milk)

Not included in your delivery

olive oil

1

egg

(Contains: Eggs)

Energy (kJ)1689 kJ
Calories403 kcal
Fat18.1 g
of which saturates4.9 g
Carbohydrate20 g
of which sugars8.1 g
Dietary Fibre8.6 g
Protein36.4 g
Sodium525 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
•Large Non-Stick Pan

Cooking Steps

1
1

• Thinly slice radish. Pick and thinly slice mint leaves. Slice cucumber into half-moons. Roughly shred cos lettuce. Finely chop garlic. Slice lime into wedges. • In a large bowl, combine lamb mince, fine breadcrumbs, Middle Eastern seasoning, half the garlic and the egg. • Using damp hands, roll lamb mixture into koftas about 8cm long and 2.5cm thick (3 per person).

2
2

• In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. • Cook remaining garlic until fragrant, 1 minute. • Transfer garlic oil to a small bowl, then add Greek-style yoghurt and stir to combine. Season to taste and set aside. • Return frying pan to a medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. • Cook koftas, turning regularly, until browned and cooked through, 10-12 minutes (cook in batches if your pan is getting crowded).

3
3

• Meanwhile, in a second large bowl, combine radish, cucumber, cos lettuce, a generous squeeze of lime and a drizzle of olive oil. Season to taste.

4
4

• Divide cos salad between bowls. • Top with Middle Eastern lamb koftas. • Drizzle over garlic yoghurt and garnish with mint. Serve with any remaining lime wedges. Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Customers loved the amazing flavours in this Middle Eastern dish, though some suggested adding a sauce to enhance it further.
  • Ease of prep: Easy to prepare, with one reviewer noting you can skip shaping koftas and still get great results.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding roast potatoes or flour tortillas for a more filling meal. Add extra water when cooking to prevent dryness.
  • Portions: Several customers found the meal wasn't filling enough on its own and needed additional sides.
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