Spiced Lamb and Lentil Stuffed Bell Peppers
Vibrant, oven-baked bell peppers filled with a savory and aromatic mixture of ground lamb, hearty lentils, and Mediterranean spices. A complete, delicious, and naturally dairy-free meal.
1840 calories
$3 per serving
$40 min
4 servings
dairy-free, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (assorted colors)
- 400g ground lamb
- 200g cooked brown or green lentils
- 400g canned chopped tomatoes
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Handful of fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. Halve the bell peppers lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Arrange them cut-side up in a baking dish.
- 2.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3.Add the ground lamb to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- 4.Stir in the cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and cinnamon, and cook for one minute to release their aromas.
- 5.Pour in the chopped tomatoes and add the cooked lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the mixture has thickened slightly.
- 6.Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice.
- 7.Spoon the lamb and lentil mixture evenly into the bell pepper halves.
- 8.Pour about 100ml of water into the bottom of the baking dish to prevent sticking and create steam.
- 9.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through. Garnish with extra parsley before serving.
Nutrition Information
27g
fat
22g
carbs
8g
fiber
32g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a wonderfully balanced, dairy-free meal. The lamb provides high-quality protein and iron, while lentils add plant-based protein and substantial fiber for digestive health. Bell peppers are packed with vitamins A and C for a strong immune system.