Greek-Style Lamb Casserole

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Greek-Style Lamb Casserole with Rice
in Mediterranean

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 medium french-trimmed lamb cutlets
100 g green beans , trimmed , halved diagonally
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 cup pasta sauce
1/4 cup chicken stock , made using stock cubes
2 tablespoons pitted kalamata olives , halved
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves , chopped
60 reduced-fat feta cheese , crumbled
3/4 cup white rice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
650
Sugar
7g
Fat
28g
This Greek-style lamb casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. The lamb is cooked slowly with green beans, olives, and a tangy tomato sauce, which is then topped with crumbled feta cheese to add a salty kick. The dish is traditionally served with white rice which soaks up all the delicious flavors of the lamb and vegetables. This recipe can be adapted to suit your taste, with herbs and spices such as oregano, basil, and paprika. If you're looking for a twist on classic lamb dishes, then this casserole is a great choice!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180C/350F.
2.Heat a large non-stick frying pan over high heat. Add the lamb cutlets and cook for 2-3 minutes each side or until golden brown. Remove from frying pan and place into an ovenproof casserole dish.
3.Add the beans and garlic to the same pan and cook, stirring for 2-3 minutes or until the beans are tender. Add the pasta sauce, chicken stock and olives to the pan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
4.Pour the sauce over the lamb and vegetables in the casserole dish. Sprinkle with oregano and feta cheese.
5.Cover casserole dish with lid or foil. Bake for 1 hour.
6.Cook rice according to package instructions. Serve lamb casserole with rice.

PROS

This slow-cooked lamb is tender and flavorful, with a tangy tomato sauce and salty feta cheese.

The recipe is relatively easy to make and can be enjoyed as a hearty dinner for the whole family.

Green beans are a low-calorie, low-fat vegetable that is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

CONS

Lamb cutlets can be high in saturated fat and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

This recipe takes some time to prepare and cook, so it may not be suitable for a quick weeknight meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a good source of protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
Green beans are high in fiber, which can help promote digestive health, and vitamin C, which is essential for immune function.
The garlic in this recipe has been linked to reduced risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.

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