Moroccan Lamb and Apricot Tagine Traybake
A simplified, healthy one-pan version of a classic tagine. Tender lamb, sweet apricots, and root vegetables are roasted with aromatic spices for a delicious and balanced dairy-free meal.

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1360 calories
$11 per serving
$45 min
2 servings
dairy-free, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g lean lamb leg, cubed
- 1 large sweet potato (approx. 300g), peeled and cubed
- 2 medium carrots (approx. 200g), chopped
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 50g dried apricots, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 30ml olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Small bunch of fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. On a large baking tray, combine the sweet potato, carrots, and red onion. Drizzle with half the olive oil, sprinkle with cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat.
- 2.Roast the vegetables for 20 minutes until they begin to soften and caramelize at the edges.
- 3.In a bowl, toss the cubed lamb with the remaining olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- 4.Remove the tray from the oven. Add the seasoned lamb and halved apricots to the tray, mixing them amongst the vegetables.
- 5.Return the tray to the oven and roast for another 15-20 minutes, or until the lamb is cooked to your liking and the vegetables are tender.
- 6.Remove from the oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Information
57g
fat
126g
carbs
22g
fiber
80g
protein
Why this recipe
This nutritious recipe delivers high-quality protein from lamb for muscle health and is rich in fiber, vitamins A & C from sweet potatoes and carrots. Healthy fats from olive oil and antioxidants from spices make this a balanced, anti-inflammatory meal.