Moroccan-Spiced Lamb with Roasted Vegetable Quinoa
A vibrant and aromatic dish featuring tender, spiced lamb served over a bed of fluffy quinoa and colorful roasted vegetables. It's a complete, balanced, and low-calorie meal packed with flavor and nutrients.
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1035 calories
$6 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
low-calorie, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 250g boneless lamb leg or loin, cut into 2cm cubes
- 100g quinoa, rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, chopped
- 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Handful of fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. On a baking tray, toss the chopped bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion with half of the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
- 2.While the vegetables are roasting, cook the quinoa. In a small pot, combine the rinsed quinoa with 200ml of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed.
- 3.In a medium bowl, combine the lamb cubes with the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss well to coat the lamb evenly.
- 4.Heat the remaining olive oil in a skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the spiced lamb and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked to your desired doneness.
- 5.Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Gently stir in the roasted vegetables, chopped parsley, and lemon juice.
- 6.To serve, divide the roasted vegetable quinoa between two plates and top with the freshly cooked Moroccan-spiced lamb.
Nutrition Information
51g
fat
79g
carbs
12g
fiber
64g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a nutritious powerhouse, offering high-quality protein from lamb for muscle support and complex carbohydrates from quinoa for sustained energy. The abundance of vegetables provides essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber for digestive health.
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