A hearty and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish, perfect for a flexitarian diet. Tender bell peppers are filled with a rich mixture of lean ground lamb, protein-packed lentils, and aromatic spices, then baked to perfection.
Ingrédients
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 200g lean ground lamb
- 150g green or Puy lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 400g can of chopped tomatoes
- 30ml olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 15g fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Cook the lentils in a pot of water according to package directions until tender, then drain and set aside.
- 2.While the lentils cook, slice the bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Place them cut-side up in a baking dish.
- 3.Heat 15ml of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4.Add the ground lamb to the pan, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, and cook for one minute.
- 5.Pour in the chopped tomatoes and add the cooked lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
- 6.Spoon the lamb and lentil mixture evenly into the bell pepper halves. Drizzle the remaining 15ml of olive oil over the stuffed peppers.
- 7.Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through. Garnish with extra fresh parsley before serving.
Informations nutritionnelles
Pourquoi cette recette
This recipe is a nutritious, balanced meal, rich in fiber from lentils and vitamins from bell peppers. Using a small amount of lean lamb alongside plant-based protein creates a satisfying, lower-fat dish that supports muscle health and sustained energy.
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