Spiced Lamb Koftas with Lemon-Herb Quinoa
A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring spiced lamb koftas served with a refreshing quinoa salad. This recipe is naturally dairy-free and packed with wholesome ingredients.
1260 calories
$5 par portion
$35 min
2 portions
dairy-free, any cuisine
Ingrédients
- 300g lean ground lamb
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 20g fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 10g fresh mint, finely chopped
- 5g ground cumin
- 5g ground coriander
- 2.5g smoked paprika
- 100g quinoa
- 200ml water or vegetable broth
- 150g cucumber, diced
- 150g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 30ml fresh lemon juice
- 30ml extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
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Instructions
- 1.Rinse 100g of quinoa. In a small pot, combine the quinoa and 200ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- 2.In a bowl, combine 300g ground lamb, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, mint, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
- 3.Divide the lamb mixture into 6-8 equal portions and shape them into small ovals or logs (koftas).
- 4.Heat 15ml of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the koftas for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
- 5.While the koftas cook, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and remaining fresh parsley in a large bowl.
- 6.Drizzle the quinoa salad with 30ml lemon juice and the remaining 15ml of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss. Serve the warm koftas immediately with the fresh quinoa salad.
Informations nutritionnelles
73g
fat
74g
carbs
12g
fiber
74g
protein
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This recipe is a balanced meal, rich in high-quality protein and iron from lean lamb. Quinoa provides complete protein and fiber for sustained energy, while fresh vegetables and herbs offer essential vitamins and antioxidants for overall wellness.