Spiced Lamb & Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers

Main Ingredient

Lamb

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean lamb mince
• 1 cup (170 g) cooked quinoa
• 5 medium bell peppers (your choice of color)
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• A bunch of fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt & black pepper to taste

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Total Calories: 500

Total Protein: 65 grams

Total Fat: 18 grams

Total Carbs: 45 grams

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large pan. Add onions and garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden.
3. Add the lamb mince to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through.
4. Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute to let the flavors meld together.
5. Remove from heat and mix in the cooked quinoa and chopped parsley.
6. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and hollow out the insides. Fill each pepper with the lamb and quinoa mixture.
7. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the peppers are cooked to your liking.
8. Let cool before serving.

Plating

On a large, white plate, place one stuffed bell pepper in the center. Sprinkle a pinch of freshly chopped parsley over the pepper to add color. Around the pepper, create a circle with a drizzle of olive oil for a glossy finish. If desired, serve with a wedge of lemon on the side for guests to squeeze over their stuffed pepper. This meal should look vibrant and appetizing with the contrast of the color-filled bell pepper against the white plate. The fresh and rustic look of this meal fits perfectly with its hearty flavors.