Herbed Lamb & Lentil Salad with Roasted Root Vegetables
A hearty, nutrient-dense warm salad featuring iron-rich lamb and folate-packed lentils. Roasted carrots and parsnips provide a natural sweetness, while a creamy lemon-tahini dressing adds a zesty finish. A perfect, fulfilling meal for expecting mothers.
1310 calories
$6 per serving
$40 min
2 servings
pregnancy-friendly, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 200g lamb leg steaks, cubed
- 100g green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 2 medium carrots (approx. 200g), chopped
- 1 large parsnip (approx. 150g), chopped
- 100g fresh baby spinach
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 30ml olive oil, divided
- 30g tahini
- 30ml lemon juice
- 45ml water
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 handful fresh mint, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. On a baking tray, toss the chopped carrots and parsnips with half the olive oil, the dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- 2.While the vegetables roast, place the rinsed lentils in a saucepan with 500ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain any excess water.
- 3.Heat the remaining olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cubed lamb, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the lamb is fully cooked through.
- 4.To make the dressing, whisk the tahini, lemon juice, and water together in a small bowl until you have a smooth, creamy consistency. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 5.In a large bowl, combine the hot roasted vegetables, cooked lentils, and the lamb with onion. Add the fresh baby spinach and toss; the residual heat will gently wilt the leaves.
- 6.Drizzle the lemon-tahini dressing over the salad, sprinkle with fresh mint, and toss gently to combine everything. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
55g
fat
95g
carbs
33g
fiber
75g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is packed with key pregnancy nutrients. Lamb and lentils provide essential iron and protein for energy and baby's growth. Lentils are also rich in folate, crucial for preventing neural tube defects. A well-rounded, delicious, and highly nutritious meal.
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