Mediterranean Lamb and Lentil Bowl with Sweet Potato
A hearty and nutrient-dense bowl featuring iron-rich lamb, folate-packed lentils, and vibrant sweet potatoes. A creamy lemon-tahini yogurt sauce brings it all together for a delicious and balanced meal perfect for supporting a healthy pregnancy.
1650 calorie
$9 per porzione
$35 min
2 porzioni
pregnancy-friendly, any cuisine
Ingredienti
- 250g lamb mince
- 1 large sweet potato (approx. 300g), cubed
- 100g brown or green lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 150g fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 100g plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
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Istruzioni
- 1.Place the cubed sweet potato in a pot with the rinsed lentils and cover with 500ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until both are tender. Drain any excess water.
- 2.While the lentils and sweet potato are cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 3.Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground coriander to the pan. Cook for another minute until fragrant. Add the lamb mince, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned all over, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4.Once the lamb is cooked, add the fresh spinach to the pan and stir until it has wilted completely, about 2-3 minutes.
- 5.In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and fresh dill to create the sauce. Season with a pinch of salt if desired.
- 6.To serve, divide the cooked lentil and sweet potato mixture between two bowls. Top with the cooked lamb and spinach, then drizzle generously with the yogurt-tahini sauce.
Informazioni nutrizionali
82g
fat
127g
carbs
41g
fiber
103g
protein
Perché questa ricetta
This recipe is packed with key pregnancy nutrients. Lamb and lentils provide essential iron and protein, sweet potatoes offer Vitamin A and fiber, while spinach and lentils are rich in folate, crucial for healthy fetal development. A perfect, balanced meal.
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