AIP Herbed Lamb and Sweet Potato Skillet
A flavorful and nourishing one-pan meal designed for the Autoimmune Protocol. Tender ground lamb is cooked with vibrant sweet potato, courgette, and wilted greens, all brought together with fresh mint, turmeric, and a hint of zesty lemon.
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860 calories
$9 per serving
$30 min
2 servings
autoimmune-protocol, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g ground lamb
- 1 large sweet potato (approx. 300g), peeled and diced
- 1 medium courgette (approx. 200g), diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cm fresh ginger, grated
- 100g spinach or Swiss chard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
- 2.Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- 3.Add the ground lamb to the pan. Use a spoon to break it up and cook until browned all over, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4.Stir in the diced sweet potato, courgette, and turmeric powder. Add 60ml of water, bring to a simmer, then cover the pan and reduce the heat. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender.
- 5.Add the spinach to the skillet and stir continuously until it has fully wilted, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- 6.Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the fresh mint, parsley, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
22g
fat
28g
carbs
9g
fiber
34g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger. It provides high-quality protein from lamb, complex carbs for sustained energy, and essential vitamins and fiber from the vegetables, supporting gut health and overall wellness.