Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender lamb, fresh veggies, and savory grains, perfect for a family gathering.
Ingredients
- Lamb Chops (or Ground Lamb)
- Olive Oil
- Garlic
- Onion
- Ground Cumin
- Ground Coriander
- Oregano
- Cooked Quinoa or Couscous
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Cucumber
- Feta Cheese
- Fresh Parsley or Mint
- Lemon
Instructions
- Marinate the lamb: Combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped onion, ground cumin, ground coriander, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the lamb and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the lamb: Preheat a grill or pan over medium-high heat and grill lamb chops for 4-5 minutes on each side or ground lamb patties for 7-8 minutes total.
- Prepare the grains: Cook quinoa or couscous according to package instructions.
- Chop the veggies: Dice cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and herbs into bite-sized pieces.
- Plate it up: Start with grains as the base, add grilled lamb, and arrange the veggies. Crumble feta on top and sprinkle with herbs.
- Squeeze the lemon: Drizzle lemon juice over the top before serving.
Notes
Serve with tzatziki or hummus on the side and offer toasted pita for a crunchy accompaniment.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: lamb bowls, Mediterranean recipe, healthy meal, family dinner, quick meal