Description
Delightful Mediterranean lamb bowls with spiced ground lamb, fresh vegetables, and creamy hummus, perfect for a vibrant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 cup Turmeric Rice (or other rice of choice)
- 1 tomato (diced)
- 1 cucumber (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup hummus (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 2 pita bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the finely diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, releasing its aroma.
- Incorporate the ground lamb into the pan, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
- Season the lamb with paprika, allspice, red pepper flakes, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Cook until the lamb is browned and fully cooked, approximately 8–10 minutes.
- Fold in the chopped mint and parsley for a fresh finish.
- Serve the spiced ground lamb over turmeric rice, topped with hummus, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and crumbled feta cheese. Optionally, serve with warm pita for scooping.
Notes
Use fresh, seasonal produce for the best flavor. Adjust spices according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, Lamb, Bowls, Healthy, Easy, Comfort Food