Turmeric-Ginger Lamb with Minted Zucchini Noodles
A vibrant and flavorful AIP-compliant dish featuring savory ground lamb seasoned with anti-inflammatory turmeric and ginger, served over fresh zucchini noodles with a hint of mint.
990 calories
$9 per serving
$30 min
2 servings
autoimmune-protocol, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g ground lamb
- 2 large zucchini (approx. 500g)
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15g fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 15g fresh mint, chopped
- 1/2 lemon, for juice
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- 1.Use a spiralizer to create noodles from the zucchini. Set them aside in a large bowl.
- 2.Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- 3.Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for one minute until fragrant.
- 4.Increase the heat to medium-high, add the ground lamb, and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- 5.Stir in the turmeric powder, grated carrot, and a pinch of sea salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- 6.While the lamb cooks, toss the zucchini noodles with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chopped mint, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- 7.To serve, divide the minted zucchini noodles between two plates and top with the warm turmeric-ginger lamb.
Nutrition Information
69g
fat
25g
carbs
10g
fiber
65g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe supports an anti-inflammatory lifestyle using AIP-compliant ingredients. It's rich in protein from lamb, vitamins from vegetables, and beneficial compounds from turmeric and ginger, promoting gut health and overall well-being.