Coming together in just 30 minutes, this dinner can sidestep cutlery entirely in favor of warm pieces of torn pita. It’s the sort of easy, breezy meal we crave as the weather warms up. You’ll start by heating smoked paprika in hot oil to unleash its smoky bite before whisking it into rich Greek yogurt. The ground lamb (you can substitute beef) is generously seasoned with cumin, whose earthy savoriness amps up the natural umami of the meat. To balance the heartiness, crunchy cucumbers and onions join tender leaves of parsley atop each bowl. For a burst of contrasting sweetness, toss in some pomegranate seeds along with a drizzle of hot honey and a tuft of fresh mint too.
Test Kitchen Tip: Using ground meat with a lower fat percentage and forgoing the fruitless task of achieving any browning by cooking it hard means the meat will remain succulent and tender.
