Spiced Lamb and Sweet Potato Skillet
A vibrant and flavorful one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground lamb, nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, and fresh spinach. Perfect for a quick, balanced, and satisfying weeknight dinner.
1200 calories
$5 per serving
$30 min
2 servings
quick-easy, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g ground lamb
- 400g sweet potato, diced
- 150g fresh spinach
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 15ml olive oil
- 5g ground cumin
- 5g ground coriander
- 5g smoked paprika
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 2.Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3.Add the ground lamb to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- 4.Stir in the cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- 5.Add the diced sweet potato and 60ml of water to the skillet. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender.
- 6.Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until it has just wilted.
- 7.Remove from heat, squeeze the lemon juice over the top, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
60g
fat
95g
carbs
20g
fiber
80g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is packed with high-quality protein from lamb for muscle support and iron for energy. Sweet potatoes offer complex carbohydrates and beta-carotene, while spinach provides essential vitamins, creating a well-rounded and nutritious meal.
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