Herbed Lamb Steaks with Mediterranean Quinoa
A vibrant and protein-packed meal featuring tender, herb-crusted lamb paired with a refreshing quinoa salad tossed with fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon-mint dressing. Perfect for a satisfying and nutritious weeknight dinner.
1250 calories
$9 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
high-protein, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g lamb loin steaks
- 100g quinoa
- 200ml water
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 150g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, for juice and zest
- 30ml extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small bunch fresh mint, chopped
- 1 small bunch fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a small saucepan, combine the quinoa and 200ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until all the water is absorbed. Set aside to cool slightly.
- 2.While the quinoa cooks, pat the lamb steaks dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, pepper, half of the minced garlic, and half of the chopped mint and parsley.
- 3.Heat 15ml of olive oil in a skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust the time to your desired doneness. Transfer the lamb to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 4.In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced red bell pepper, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion.
- 5.To make the dressing, whisk together the remaining 15ml of olive oil, the juice and zest of one lemon, the remaining minced garlic, and the rest of the fresh mint and parsley. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 6.Pour the dressing over the quinoa and vegetable mixture and toss well to combine.
- 7.Slice the rested lamb against the grain. Serve the warm lamb slices over a generous portion of the Mediterranean quinoa salad.
Nutrition Information
60g
fat
90g
carbs
18g
fiber
75g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is exceptionally high in complete protein from both lamb and quinoa, supporting muscle repair and satiety. It's also rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals from the colorful vegetables, promoting digestive health and providing essential nutrients.