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Best Ground Lamb Rice

Best Ground Lamb Rice: A Mediterranean Delight You'll Love

Experience the Best Ground Lamb Rice that's quick, flavorful, and perfect for any table.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 lb Ground Lamb or ground beef, turkey, or plant-based alternatives
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Oregano fresh or dried
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 14 oz Fire-Roasted Tomatoes drained
  • 2 cups Spinach fresh or well wilted frozen
  • 1 cup Instant Brown Rice or quinoa, cauliflower rice
  • 2 cups Water adjust based on rice type
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Additions
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives or green olives
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts for garnish
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese or non-dairy alternative
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
  2. Introduce the ground lamb to the skillet, using a wooden spoon to break it apart as it cooks. Sauté for 7-10 minutes until mostly browned.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant. Sprinkle in oregano and cumin, mixing well.
  4. Drain the fire-roasted tomatoes and pour them into the skillet, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Fold in the fresh or wilted spinach, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
  6. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, stirring well.
  7. Stir in the instant brown rice and add necessary water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  8. Once cooked, fluff the rice gently with a fork. Optionally fold in chopped black olives.
  9. Plate the dish and garnish with toasted pine nuts, grated Parmesan, and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently, adding a splash of water if needed.

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