North African Meatball Stew

• 1 pound ground lean beef (5% fat or less)
• 2 TBSP finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• ¾ cup water
• 3 TBSP tomato paste
• 2 TBSP lemon juice
• 2 TBSP chopped fresh mint
  
  

1. Mix together beef, cilantro, 1 tsp cumin, salt and pepper in a large bowl until combined. With damp hands, shape mixture into 24 1 inch meatballs.
2. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook stirring until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes, water, tomato paste, and remaining 1 tsp of cumin, salt and pepper to taste. Bring to boil
3. Add meatballs to skillet. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until meatballs are cooked through and sauce is thickened. About 30 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and sprinkle with mint.

Serving Size = 6 Meatballs and 2/3 cup of sauce
Serves 4
Weight Watchers Points Plus = 5 Points