Spiced Lamb and Lentil Stuffed Zucchini Boats
A vibrant and satisfying low-calorie meal, featuring lean lamb and protein-rich lentils baked in tender zucchini boats with Mediterranean herbs. A perfect, wholesome dinner that is both nutritious and delicious.
860 calorías
$5 por porción
$45 min
2 porciones
low-calorie, any cuisine
Ingredientes
- 2 large zucchini (about 600g total)
- 250g lean lamb mince
- 150g cooked brown or green lentils (canned is fine, drained and rinsed)
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 100g cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Handful of fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Disponible para miembros NutriPro.
Instrucciones
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Slice the zucchini in half lengthwise and use a spoon to scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1cm thick border. Roughly chop the scooped-out flesh and set aside.
- 2.Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped red onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3.Add the lean lamb mince to the pan, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned all over. Drain any excess fat.
- 4.Stir in the cumin, oregano, chopped zucchini flesh, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until the zucchini flesh has softened.
- 5.Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the cooked lentils, quartered cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, and lemon juice. Mix well to combine.
- 6.Arrange the hollowed-out zucchini boats on a baking tray. Carefully spoon the lamb and lentil mixture into each boat, piling it high.
- 7.Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the zucchini boats are tender and the filling is heated through. Serve immediately.
Información nutricional
34g
fat
55g
carbs
22g
fiber
75g
protein
Por qué esta receta
This recipe is packed with lean protein from lamb and fiber-rich lentils, promoting satiety and muscle health. Using zucchini boats instead of grains makes it a low-carb, nutrient-dense meal, rich in vitamins and minerals for overall well-being.
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