Mediterranean Lamb and Freekeh Skillet
A vibrant, one-pan meal featuring lean ground lamb, nutty freekeh, and a colorful mix of Mediterranean vegetables. This dish is hearty, flavorful, and perfectly balanced for a healthy, diabetic-friendly lifestyle.
1082 kalorija
$5 po porciji
$35 min
2 porcija
diabetic-friendly, any cuisine
Sastojci
- 250g lean ground lamb
- 100g cracked freekeh
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 400ml low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, for juice
- Small handful fresh mint or parsley, chopped
Dostupno za NutriPro članove.
Upute za pripremu
- 1.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 2.Add the ground lamb and minced garlic. Cook until the lamb is browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- 3.Stir in the chopped bell pepper and zucchini. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
- 4.Add the cracked freekeh, dried oregano, and ground cumin. Stir continuously for 1 minute to toast the grain.
- 5.Pour in the vegetable broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 6.Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the freekeh is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- 7.Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top, and garnish with fresh mint or parsley before serving.
Nutritivne informacije
21g
fat
50g
carbs
12g
fiber
38g
protein
Zašto baš ovaj recept
This recipe is excellent for blood sugar management due to its high fiber from freekeh and vegetables, and lean protein from lamb. The combination helps slow digestion and prevent blood sugar spikes, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal.