Lamb Meatballs and Creamy Orzo
These cozy, oven-baked lamb meatballs or "keftedakia" are packed walnuts and herbs, then cooked with spinach, artichokes, and orzo for a one-pan, family-style meal that feels elevated yet effortless. The meatballs get a rich, nutty twist from California walnuts instead of breadcrumbs. Simple, comforting and perfect for gathering around the table after a long day.
- Time: 50 min
- Servings: 4
Source: Feel Good with California Walnuts - Feel Good with California Walnuts
Ingredients
- Ground lamb
- California walnuts, finely chopped
- Cloves, pressed
- Red onion, finely chopped
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Dried oregano
- Ground cumin
- Egg
- Kosher salt
- Ground pepper
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Fresh spinach, chopped
- Cloves, minced
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Oil packed artichoke hearts, drained and chooped, with any hard/tough parts remo
- Chicken broth
- Lemon, zested and juiced
- Dry orzo pasta
- Crumbled feta
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling