Lamb Kofta with Tzatziki

Dinner · Easy · 27 min (15 prep + 12 cook) · Makes 1 serving (~70 g protein). Use the planner's servings stepper to batch-cook.
High-proteinLow-carbGluten-free
Lamb Kofta with Tzatziki — high-protein dinner recipe

Lamb Kofta with Tzatziki delivers 70 g of protein for just 8 g net carbs — minimal fuss, maximum protein. Exactly the kind of meal that makes a high-protein, low-carb week easy to stick to.

70 gProtein
8 gNet carbs
38 gFat
3 gFiber
654Calories

Ingredients

  • 250 g Lean ground lamb
  • 150 g 0% Greek yogurt
  • 20 g Feta cheese
  • 80 g Cucumber, garlic & mint
  • Cumin, coriander & paprika, to taste

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • grill pan

Method

  1. Mix the lamb with the spices and a little grated onion; shape onto skewers.
  2. Grill or pan-cook the kofta until charred and cooked through.
  3. Stir grated cucumber, garlic and mint into the yogurt for tzatziki; crumble the feta over and serve.

Storage & make-ahead

Fridge: keeps 3–4 days in an airtight container — reheat gently. Most portions freeze well for up to 2 months; thaw overnight.

Tip

Lamb is naturally higher in fat, so this is a richer meal — balance the day around it.

Dietary swaps

Dairy-free: 0% Greek yogurt → unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt; Feta cheese → vegan feta, or simply omit (for lactose intolerance or a dairy-free diet)

Full nutrition (estimated, per serving): 654 kcal · 70 g protein · 8 g net carbs · 38 g fat (4 g sat) · 3 g fiber · 7.5 g sugar · 180 mg sodium. Allergens: Milk. Macros are realistic estimates from standard food-composition values; brands and portions vary.

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