A vibrant and flavorful gluten-free meal featuring spiced lamb koftas served with a refreshing quinoa tabbouleh and a cool mint-yogurt sauce. A modern, healthy twist on a classic Mediterranean dish.
Ingredients
- 500g ground lamb
- 200g quinoa
- 1 large cucumber, finely diced
- 250g cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 large bunch fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 small bunch fresh mint, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 150g Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Cook the quinoa according to package directions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and let it cool completely.
- 2.In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, half of the chopped red onion, one minced garlic clove, half of the parsley and mint, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands.
- 3.Form the lamb mixture into 12-16 small, oval-shaped koftas. You can thread them onto skewers if you have them.
- 4.Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the koftas for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
- 5.While the koftas cook, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, the remaining minced garlic clove, a tablespoon of chopped mint, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Season with a pinch of salt.
- 6.In a large serving bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, the remaining red onion, parsley, and mint. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the lemon juice. Toss to combine and season with salt and pepper.
- 7.Serve the warm lamb koftas alongside the quinoa tabbouleh, with a dollop of the mint-yogurt sauce.
Nutrition Information
Why this recipe
This recipe is a well-balanced, nutritious meal. Lamb provides high-quality protein, iron, and B12, while quinoa offers a complete protein source and fiber. The fresh vegetables and herbs are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
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