Ingredients

• 250g lean ground turkey
• 1 can (400g) brown or green lentils, drained and rinsed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 100g fresh spinach
• 200ml tomato passata (strained tomatoes)
• 15ml olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions

1. 1.Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
2. 2.Add the minced garlic and ground turkey to the skillet. Break up the turkey with a spoon and cook until browned all over, about 5-6 minutes.
3. 3.Stir in the chopped red bell pepper, dried oregano, and ground cumin. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the pepper starts to soften.
4. 4.Pour in the tomato passata and the drained lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 5 minutes for the flavors to meld.
5. 5.Remove from heat. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts. Squeeze the lemon juice over the top and stir one last time before serving.

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