Spiced Lamb and Quinoa-Stuffed Bell Peppers
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender ground lamb and fluffy quinoa, seasoned with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, all baked inside sweet bell peppers. A complete and satisfying gluten-free meal in one.
2320 calories
$4 per serving
$60 min
4 servings
gluten-free, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 4 large bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 400g ground lamb
- 150g quinoa, uncooked
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 zucchini, finely diced
- 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 30ml olive oil
- 300ml water or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 15g fresh mint, chopped
- 15g fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat oven to 200°C. Cook the quinoa with 300ml of water or broth according to package directions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and set aside.
- 2.Cut the bell peppers in half lengthwise, removing seeds and membranes. Place them cut-side up in a large baking dish, drizzle with a little olive oil, and bake for 15 minutes to soften.
- 3.While peppers bake, heat the remaining olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- 4.Add the ground lamb to the pan, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
- 5.Stir in the diced zucchini, cumin, coriander, and paprika. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the zucchini is tender.
- 6.Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the cooked quinoa, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped mint, parsley, and lemon juice. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- 7.Carefully spoon the lamb and quinoa mixture into each of the pre-baked bell pepper halves.
- 8.Pour about 120ml of water into the bottom of the baking dish to create steam. Bake for another 20-25 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through. Serve hot.
Nutrition Information
122g
fat
183g
carbs
33g
fiber
101g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe is a powerhouse of balanced nutrition. Lamb provides high-quality protein and iron, while quinoa offers complete protein and fiber. Bell peppers are rich in vitamins A and C, making this a wholesome, gluten-free, and nutrient-dense meal.