Spiced Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mint & Lemon
A hearty and aromatic stew featuring tender lamb and fiber-rich lentils, simmered with warming spices and finished with a fresh burst of mint and lemon. A perfect one-pot, nut-free meal.
1140 calories
$5 per serving
$55 min
2 servings
nut-free, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 250g lean lamb loin, cubed
- 100g green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 400g canned diced tomatoes
- 500ml vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1 small handful fresh mint, chopped
- 1 lemon, for juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the lamb cubes with salt and pepper, then sear until browned on all sides. Remove the lamb and set aside.
- 2.Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, and turmeric, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3.Add the rinsed lentils, canned tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir everything together, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- 4.Return the seared lamb to the pot. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35-45 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the lamb is cooked through.
- 5.Turn off the heat. Stir in the chopped fresh mint and the juice of half a lemon. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- 6.Serve the stew warm, garnished with extra fresh mint if desired.
Nutrition Information
55g
fat
95g
carbs
26g
fiber
90g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a nutritious powerhouse, combining high-quality protein from lamb with plant-based protein and fiber from lentils, supporting muscle health and digestion. It's rich in iron, B-vitamins, and antioxidants from vegetables and spices.