Herbed Lamb Koftas with Cauliflower Tabbouleh
A flavorful and satisfying Paleo meal, featuring juicy lamb koftas seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, served alongside a fresh and zesty grain-free cauliflower tabbouleh.
1250 calories
$7 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
paleo, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 300g ground lamb
- 1 small onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 20g fresh parsley, chopped
- 15g fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 head cauliflower (approx. 400g)
- 1 large tomato, finely diced
- 1/2 cucumber, finely diced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.To make the koftas, combine the ground lamb, grated onion, half the minced garlic, half the parsley, half the mint, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and form into 6-8 small oval patties.
- 2.Prepare the tabbouleh by grating the cauliflower or pulsing it in a food processor until it resembles a fine rice-like texture. Transfer to a large bowl.
- 3.Add the diced tomato, cucumber, the remaining parsley, remaining mint, and remaining garlic to the cauliflower. Toss gently to combine.
- 4.Dress the tabbouleh by drizzling with 2 tbsp of olive oil and the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, mix well, and set aside for the flavors to meld.
- 5.Heat the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Carefully place the koftas in the pan and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
- 6.Serve the hot lamb koftas immediately with the fresh and zesty cauliflower tabbouleh.
Nutrition Information
92g
fat
28g
carbs
14g
fiber
78g
protein
Why this recipe
This nutritious Paleo dish is rich in high-quality protein from lamb for muscle support and packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals from cauliflower and fresh herbs to aid digestion. It's a perfectly balanced, anti-inflammatory, and grain-free meal.