Summer lamb with carrot & fennel salad

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
81%
Summer lamb with carrot & fennel salad
30 min.
4
710kcal

Suggestions


Embrace the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful Summer Lamb with Carrot & Fennel Salad. This dish not only bursts with freshness but also provides a healthy and satisfying meal, perfect for lunch or dinner gatherings with friends and family. With a Health Score of 81, you can enjoy the rich, succulent lamb neck fillet knowing you're treating your body well.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a dish that is both dairy-free and very healthy, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking to indulge in a guilt-free feast. The combination of tender lamb, aromatic toasted fennel seeds, and crisp salad ingredients creates a satisfying balance of flavors and textures that will leave your guests raving about your culinary skills.

The light and zesty dressing, made with freshly squeezed lime juice, complements the hearty lamb while the grated carrot and finely chopped red onion add a refreshing crunch. Serve it all wrapped in warm, fluffy pitta bread and a generous handful of Little Gem lettuce leaves for a wholesome meal that embodies the essence of summer dining.

Whether you're firing up the barbecue or using a griddle pan indoors, this recipe is simple yet impressive, making it ideal for cooks of any level. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a plateful of sunshine with this exquisite dish!

Ingredients

  • 450 lamb loins 
  • servings olive oil 
  •  juice of lime 
  • tbsp fennel seeds crushed toasted
  •  carrots grated
  • small onion red finely chopped
  •  wholewheat pita breads 
  •  little gem lettuces separated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Rub the lamb with a little oil and half the lime juice, then season with salt and pepper. Barbecue or cook in a hot griddle pan for 10-15 mins, turning occasionally.
  2. Remove from the heat, cover with foil and set aside to rest.
  3. Meanwhile, whisk the remaining lime juice and the fennel seeds together with some salt and pepper and a little olive oil in a large bowl.
  4. Add the carrot and red onion, then mix well.
  5. Warm the pitta breads on the barbecue or griddle pan, then make a slit in each to form a pocket. Slice the lamb and stuff into the pittas with the carrot salad and lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Calories710kcal
Protein17.18%
Fat52.29%
Carbs30.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.71
Glycemic Load
34.19
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
41.815651852152%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.65mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:709.78kcal
35.49%
Fat:42.31g
65.1%
Saturated Fat:13.76g
86.01%
Carbohydrates:55.59g
18.53%
Net Carbohydrates:46.62g
16.95%
Sugar:14.48g
16.09%
Cholesterol:82.13mg
27.38%
Sodium:391.19mg
17.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.29g
62.57%
Vitamin C:101.79mg
123.39%
Vitamin A:3686.92IU
73.74%
Vitamin B6:1.46mg
73.2%
Manganese:1.44mg
71.77%
Vitamin B2:1.12mg
65.74%
Potassium:1923.61mg
54.96%
Vitamin B3:10.94mg
54.72%
Folate:206.85µg
51.71%
Phosphorus:467.64mg
46.76%
Vitamin B12:2.6µg
43.31%
Zinc:6.09mg
40.62%
Vitamin B1:0.58mg
38.38%
Magnesium:145.25mg
36.31%
Fiber:8.97g
35.86%
Selenium:22.44µg
32.06%
Vitamin K:31.64µg
30.13%
Iron:4.97mg
27.6%
Copper:0.53mg
26.59%
Vitamin E:3.04mg
20.29%
Vitamin B5:1.92mg
19.16%
Calcium:181.02mg
18.1%