Lamb meatball & pea pilaf

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Lamb meatball & pea pilaf
30 min.
4
665kcal

Suggestions

Discover a delightful and wholesome meal with this Lamb Meatball & Pea Pilaf, a perfect blend of vibrant flavors and hearty ingredients that’s also gluten-free. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for a busy weeknight dinner or an impressive weekend lunch. The combination of lean minced lamb seasoned with fragrant cumin and garlic creates succulent meatballs that are both tender and bursting with rich, savory notes.

The pilaf is made with fluffy basmati rice simmered in lamb or vegetable stock, infused with just the right amount of cumin to complement the meatballs perfectly. Adding frozen peas not only brings a pop of color but also a sweet freshness, making the dish balanced and nutritious. The finishing touch of fresh lemon zest and juice adds a zesty brightness that elevates every bite.

To cool down the spices and add a refreshing contrast, the recipe includes a simple cucumber and yogurt sauce, flavored with mint, that pairs beautifully with the warm meatballs and pilaf. This meal is packed with protein, moderate in fats, and offers a satisfying amount of carbs, making it a well-rounded choice for nourishing your body and delighting your taste buds.

Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, this recipe brings together comfort and elegance effortlessly. It’s rich in texture, vibrant in taste, and sure to become a favorite in your culinary rotation. Enjoy the ease of preparation without compromising on flavor or nutrition!

Ingredients

  • 400 pack lamb lean minced
  •  garlic cloves crushed
  • tsp cumin 
  • 300 rice 
  • servings vegetable stock to cover the rice, from a cube is fine
  • 300 pea frozen
  •  juice of lemon 
  • 0.5  cucumber grated finely chopped
  • 150 ml pot mild natural yogurt 
  • small bunch mint leaves 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Mix the lamb with half the garlic and 1 tsp of the cumin, then season and shape into about 16 balls its easier if you wet your hands.
  2. Heat a large frying pan (with a lid for later), then fry the meatballs for about 8 mins until golden and cooked through.
  3. Remove from the pan, set aside, then tip in the rice, final tsp of cumin and remaining garlic. Fry for 30 secs, stirring, then pour in enough stock to cover. Cover and simmer for 10 mins or until almost all of the liquid is absorbed.
  4. Stir in the peas, return the meatballs to the pan, then warm through for a few mins until the peas are tender. Meanwhile mix the cucumber, yogurt and half the mint together, then season. To finish the pilaf, stir in the lemon zest and juice with some seasoning and the remaining mint.
  5. Serve with a good dollop of the cooling cucumber yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories665kcal
Protein18.28%
Fat31.54%
Carbs50.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.05
Glycemic Load
42.48
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.198260670123%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.68mg
Hesperetin
1.19mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:665.14kcal
33.26%
Fat:23.19g
35.67%
Saturated Fat:11.01g
68.79%
Carbohydrates:83.01g
27.67%
Net Carbohydrates:76.65g
27.87%
Sugar:7.12g
7.92%
Cholesterol:78.05mg
26.02%
Sodium:1044.81mg
45.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.24g
60.48%
Manganese:1.28mg
64.24%
Folate:172.78µg
43.19%
Iron:4.75mg
26.41%
Phosphorus:257.78mg
25.78%
Fiber:6.37g
25.47%
Copper:0.42mg
20.8%
Selenium:14.47µg
20.67%
Magnesium:73.13mg
18.28%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.02%
Zinc:2.17mg
14.45%
Vitamin B5:1.34mg
13.36%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.33%
Potassium:446.26mg
12.75%
Vitamin A:633.08IU
12.66%
Calcium:116.5mg
11.65%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.94%
Vitamin B3:1.7mg
8.5%
Vitamin C:5.69mg
6.9%
Vitamin K:4.22µg
4.02%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.49%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.39%