1 lb ground beef or lamb (or a mix of both)

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if desired)

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp ground coriander

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 large egg

2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

1 cup Greek yogurt

1/2 cup cucumber, finely grated (drained of excess liquid)

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 tbsp olive oil (for tzatziki)

1 cup long-grain white rice (or basmati rice)

2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

1 tbsp olive oil (for rice)

Zest of 1 lemon

Juice of 1/2 lemon

Salt to taste

1 large cucumber, sliced thinly

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1 tbsp olive oil (for salad)

1 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tsp dried oregano

Salt and black pepper to taste

Fresh parsley or dill for garnish