Mediterranean Lamb and Lentil Skillet
A hearty, one-pan meal with lean ground lamb, fiber-rich lentils, and colorful vegetables, seasoned with warm Mediterranean spices. A delicious and balanced dinner.
1880 calories
$5 per serving
$35 min
4 servings
diabetic-friendly, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 450g lean ground lamb
- 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 150g brown or green lentils, rinsed
- 400g can of chopped tomatoes
- 500ml low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Handful of fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1.Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- 2.Add the ground lamb and garlic, breaking up the meat with a spoon. Cook until the lamb is browned, then drain any excess fat.
- 3.Stir in the cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.
- 4.Add the chopped bell pepper and zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- 5.Pour in the chopped tomatoes, vegetable broth, and rinsed lentils. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 6.Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- 7.Remove from the heat. Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
21g
fat
36g
carbs
9g
fiber
32g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is excellent for blood sugar management as it combines lean protein from lamb and high-fiber lentils to promote satiety and slow glucose absorption. It's loaded with nutrient-dense, non-starchy vegetables for a vitamin-rich, balanced meal.