Moroccan Lamb & Lentil Stuffed Zucchini
A flavorful and nutritious low-calorie meal featuring lean lamb and fiber-rich lentils baked in tender zucchini boats, seasoned with aromatic Moroccan spices.
660 kalorija
$6 po porciji
$40 min
2 porcija
low-calorie, any cuisine
Sastojci
- 2 medium zucchini (approx. 500g total)
- 150g lean ground lamb
- 100g cooked green lentils
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 75g red bell pepper, finely diced
- 200g chopped tomatoes
- 15 ml olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh mint for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
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Upute za pripremu
- 1.Preheat oven to 200°C. Cut zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh, leaving a 1 cm border. Finely chop the scooped flesh and set aside.
- 2.Place zucchini 'boats' on a baking sheet, brush with a little olive oil, season with salt, and bake for 10 minutes to soften.
- 3.While zucchini bakes, heat remaining olive oil in a pan. Sauté the onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 4.Add the ground lamb and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- 5.Stir in the diced bell pepper, chopped zucchini flesh, cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for 5 minutes.
- 6.Add the chopped tomatoes and cooked lentils. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- 7.Remove zucchini from the oven and fill each boat with the lamb and lentil mixture.
- 8.Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the filling is heated through.
- 9.Garnish with fresh mint and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutritivne informacije
36g
fat
38g
carbs
14g
fiber
54g
protein
Zašto baš ovaj recept
This recipe is packed with lean protein and fiber from lamb and lentils, promoting satiety. Using zucchini as a base keeps it low-carb and rich in vitamins, creating a well-balanced, nutrient-dense meal without empty calories.
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