Ingredients

• *Za’atar Lamb Meatball Skewers with Zucchini,
• Red Pepper and Onion*
• Za’atar is a Middle Eastern spice blend and it is delicious mixed with lamb. You can also add mushrooms to the skewers or any vegetables you like. The meatballs can be made the day before. Serve it over couscous with fresh mint and lemon.
• Serves 4
• Za’atar spice rub:
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme leaves, or 1 tablespoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves, or 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon ground sumac
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• Meatball skewers:
• 1 pound ground lamb or beef
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 zucchini, sliced ½-inch thick
• 1 red pepper, sliced into 1-inch squares
• 1 onion, sliced ½-inch thick slices

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