Lamb Meatballs over Couscous

Dairy Free
Health score
33%
Lamb Meatballs over Couscous
40 min.
8
411kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Lamb Meatballs over Couscous, a dish that perfectly balances taste and nutrition. This dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner. With each serving containing approximately 411 calories, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt.

The star of this dish is the ground lamb, which brings a rich and savory flavor that pairs beautifully with the fluffy couscous. The addition of dried apricots adds a touch of sweetness, while the spices like garlic powder and ground coriander elevate the overall taste profile. Each meatball is baked to perfection, ensuring a juicy interior and a slightly crispy exterior that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

As you prepare this meal, the aroma of the baking meatballs and the simmering broth will fill your kitchen, creating an inviting atmosphere. The vibrant colors of the dish, enhanced by the defrosted spinach and optional toasted almonds, make it not only delicious but visually appealing as well. Whether you're serving it for a family gathering or a cozy dinner for two, Lamb Meatballs over Couscous is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.

Ingredients

  • cup bread crumbs plain
  • 1.5 cups couscous 
  • 0.3 cup apricots dried chopped
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander 
  • pound lamb 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 2.3 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • 10 oz pkt spinach frozen dry chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil, set a wire rack on baking sheet and mist rack with cooking spray.
  2. Combine lamb, bread crumbs, egg, 1/2 cup water, coriander, garlic powder, 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Mix gently but thoroughly with your hands. Moisten your hands with water and form lamb mixture into 1 1/4-inch balls; place on rack.
  4. Bake meatballs until just cooked through, 12 to 14 minutes.
  5. While meatballs are baking, bring broth and spinach to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in couscous, cover, remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork. Toss in apricots, olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt. Divide couscous among 4bowls; sprinkle with toasted sliced almonds, if desired. Top with meatballs and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories411kcal
Protein18.49%
Fat41.54%
Carbs39.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.93
Glycemic Load
16.28
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.013913092406%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:410.83kcal
20.54%
Fat:18.95g
29.16%
Saturated Fat:6.79g
42.46%
Carbohydrates:41.02g
13.67%
Net Carbohydrates:37.29g
13.56%
Sugar:4.17g
4.63%
Cholesterol:64.64mg
21.55%
Sodium:385.12mg
16.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.98g
37.95%
Vitamin K:137.05µg
130.53%
Vitamin A:4384.52IU
87.69%
Vitamin B3:6.65mg
33.24%
Manganese:0.66mg
32.85%
Selenium:18.31µg
26.15%
Vitamin B12:1.48µg
24.65%
Phosphorus:221.52mg
22.15%
Folate:86.84µg
21.71%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.52%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.96%
Zinc:2.78mg
18.53%
Iron:3mg
16.66%
Magnesium:62.5mg
15.62%
Fiber:3.73g
14.93%
Copper:0.28mg
14.14%
Potassium:465.09mg
13.29%
Vitamin E:1.96mg
13.09%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.83%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.1%
Calcium:97.82mg
9.78%
Vitamin C:3.48mg
4.22%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.21%
Source:My Recipes