Mediterranean Lamb and Lentil Skillet
A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring spiced lamb mince, hearty lentils, and fresh vegetables, all brought together with a cool mint yogurt sauce. Perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner.

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1010 calories
$6 per serving
$25 min
2 servings
quick-easy, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g lean lamb mince
- 200g canned brown lentils, rinsed and drained
- 150g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 100g baby spinach
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15ml olive oil
- 5g ground cumin
- 5g ground coriander
- 100g low-fat plain yogurt
- 15g fresh mint, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 2.Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3.Add the lamb mince to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, then drain any excess fat.
- 4.Stir in the rinsed lentils and halved cherry tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- 5.Add the baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring until it has completely wilted into the mixture.
- 6.In a separate small bowl, combine the plain yogurt, chopped mint, and lemon juice to create the sauce. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 7.Serve the hot lamb and lentil skillet immediately, topped with a dollop of the fresh mint yogurt sauce.
Nutrition Information
54g
fat
53g
carbs
17g
fiber
87g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a powerhouse of nutrition, offering high-quality protein from lamb and fiber from lentils to support muscle health and digestion. It's a balanced meal rich in iron, B vitamins, and antioxidants from fresh vegetables and herbs.