Lamb, Lemon and Olive Pasta

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 13
Lamb, Lemon and Olive Pasta recipe with a Mediterranean twist
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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 onion , finely chopped
olive oil flavored cooking spray
400 g ground lamb
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
300 g penne pasta
1 tomatoes , chopped
1 lemon , zest and juice
10 -12 black olives ( kalamata olives are recommended )
1/2 cup parsley , finely chopped
1/4 cup feta , crumbled
1/4 cup olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
634
Sugar
5g
Fat
37g
Lamb, Lemon and Olive Pasta is a popular Mediterranean dish with a twist. This recipe is a fusion between Greek and Italian cuisines, and can be considered a hearty comfort food. It is an easy-to-make dish with a medium level of spice and a slight tanginess from the lemon juice that will leave the taste buds tingling. The lamb is seasoned with aromatic spices and then mixed with sweet and acidic notes from the tomato and olives. Together, they complement the tanginess of the lemon juice. The pasta is served coated in a healthy dose of extra virgin olive oil and garnished with fresh feta cheese, parsley and lemon zest, which brings out the flavors in the dish.

Instructions

1.Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add pasta to cook for around 8 minutes.
2.Heat a skillet over medium heat and spray with olive oil.
3.Add onions and cook until they turn translucent.
4.Add ground lamb and brown it, using a spatula to break apart large chunks.
5.Sprinkle salt, paprika, chili powder and sugar over lamb and then stir until everything is mixed well.
6.Add tomatoes and olives, and cook for another minute or so.
7.When pasta is ready, use a strainer to remove water and put it back into the pot.
8.Add lamb-tomato-olive mixture to pasta and stir well.
9.Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice on the pasta mixture, stir well.
10.Garnish with feta cheese, parsley and lemon zest before serving.

PROS

Lamb, Lemon and Olive Pasta recipe is a simple and flavorful comfort food that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes, which is perfect for busy weeknights.

The recipe includes wholesome ingredients like lean lamb, fiber-rich tomatoes and olives, and antioxidant-rich lemon and olive oil.

CONS

Lamb, Lemon and Olive Pasta may be a little too heavy for people who are watching their calorie intake because of the high-fat content in lamb and olive oil.

The recipe is not very accommodating for vegetarians as well.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb in this recipe is an excellent source of protein and a good source of important nutrients, such as zinc, iron and vitamin B12.
Tomatoes in the recipe are high in lycopene, which is a potent antioxidant that helps in reducing inflammation and promotes healthy skin.
The recipe also contains olives, which provide heart healthy fats and antioxidants that support a healthy immune system.

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