Spiced Lamb and Lentil Skillet with Spinach
A quick and hearty one-pan meal, packed with protein and fiber. Ground lamb is beautifully seasoned with warm spices and combined with earthy lentils, sweet cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach for a complete and satisfying dish in under 30 minutes.
940 calories
$4 per serving
$25 min
2 servings
quick-easy, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 250g lean ground lamb
- 1 can (400g) pre-cooked green or brown lentils, rinsed and drained
- 150g fresh baby spinach
- 150g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 2.Add the ground lamb and minced garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking the meat apart with a spoon, until it's browned. Drain any excess fat if needed.
- 3.Stir in the ground cumin, coriander, and turmeric. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4.Add the drained lentils and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
- 5.Add the spinach to the pan in batches, stirring continuously until it has all wilted into the lamb and lentil mixture.
- 6.Remove the skillet from the heat. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the top, stir once more, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
39g
fat
77g
carbs
26g
fiber
76g
protein
Why this recipe
This balanced one-pan meal is a powerhouse of nutrients. Lean lamb and lentils provide high-quality protein and fiber for sustained energy and digestive health, while spinach and tomatoes offer a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
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