Mediterranean Lamb and Quinoa Meal-Prep Bowls
A vibrant and nutritious meal-prep bowl featuring spiced ground lamb, fluffy quinoa, and roasted Mediterranean vegetables. It's a perfectly balanced and flavorful meal to enjoy throughout the week.

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2180 calories
$8 per serving
$45 min
4 servings
meal-prep-friendly, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 500g lean ground lamb
- 200g quinoa
- 400ml vegetable broth or water
- 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 large zucchini, chopped
- 1 medium eggplant, chopped
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 60ml olive oil, divided
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- A handful of fresh mint, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). On a large baking sheet, toss the chopped bell pepper, zucchini, and eggplant with 30ml of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
- 2.While the vegetables are roasting, cook the quinoa. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and 400ml of vegetable broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- 3.In a large skillet, heat the remaining 30ml of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chopped red onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4.Add the ground lamb to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until browned all over, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- 5.Prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice and chopped fresh mint in a small bowl. You can add a splash of olive oil if desired.
- 6.To assemble your meal-prep bowls, divide the cooked quinoa among four containers. Top with the roasted vegetables and the spiced lamb. Drizzle with the lemon-mint dressing just before serving or store it in a separate small container.
Nutrition Information
110g
fat
165g
carbs
45g
fiber
115g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe offers a fantastic balance of macronutrients. It's rich in high-quality protein from lamb for muscle maintenance, complex carbs from quinoa for sustained energy, and dietary fiber from vegetables, which supports digestive health and satiety.