Mediterranean Lamb Koftas with Herbed Quinoa
Flavorful lamb koftas seasoned with aromatic spices, served alongside fluffy herbed quinoa and a refreshing cucumber-mint relish. A vibrant and satisfying soy-free meal.
2620 calories
$4 per serving
$35 min
4 servings
soy-free, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 500g ground lamb
- 200g quinoa
- 400ml water
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 200g cherry tomatoes
- 20g fresh mint, chopped
- 20g fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 45ml olive oil
- 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Rinse 200g of quinoa under cold water. In a medium pot, combine the quinoa and 400ml water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until all water is absorbed.
- 2.While the quinoa cooks, prepare the koftas. In a large bowl, combine 500g ground lamb, 1 finely chopped red onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, half of the chopped mint and parsley, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 3.Mix the kofta ingredients thoroughly with your hands and form the mixture into 12-16 small, oval patties.
- 4.Heat 30ml (2 tbsp) of olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Carefully place the koftas in the pan and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
- 5.While the koftas are cooking, prepare the relish. Finely dice 1 cucumber and halve 200g cherry tomatoes. In a small bowl, combine them with the remaining chopped mint and parsley, the juice of 1 lemon, and 15ml (1 tbsp) of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- 6.Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork. To serve, divide the herbed quinoa among four plates, top with the lamb koftas, and add a generous spoonful of the cucumber-tomato relish.
Nutrition Information
167g
fat
150g
carbs
19g
fiber
128g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a powerhouse of complete protein from lamb and fiber-rich quinoa, supporting muscle health and digestion. It's packed with antioxidants from fresh herbs and vegetables, offering a balanced, nutritious, and entirely soy-free meal.