Red Pesto Lamb With Pasta (Oamc)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Red Pesto Lamb with Pasta (Oamc) - A Hearty Mediterranean Delight

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

550

Sugar

Fat

30g

Red Pesto Lamb with Pasta is a hearty Mediterranean dish that brings together the succulent taste of lamb, the tanginess of red pesto sauce and the comforting texture of pasta. This dish goes a long way in satisfying the hunger and cravings of those who are looking for something flavorful and fulfilling without being too complicated to prepare. It is ideal to make in a large batch and keep for several days in the fridge for a quick and easy meal option during the week.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, cook lamb until browned. Drain excess fat.
2.	Add onion and garlic to skillet and cook until softened.
3.	Add red peppers, red pesto sauce and canned tomatoes to the skillet. Stir until evenly distributed.
4.	Bring the mixture to a boil and then simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.	In the meantime, cook pasta according to package directions.
6.	Once the lamb and tomato mixture is cooked, serve over the pasta and enjoy!

PROS

The combination of lamb, pasta and red pesto sauce makes for an incredibly flavorful and filling meal.

The dish is easy to make and perfect for batch cooking (Oamc) and meal prepping ahead.

It is rich in protein and fiber and can keep you full for a longer period of time.

CONS

Some people may find the lamb flavor too strong and gamey for their taste.

The dish may not be recommended for individuals on a low-fat diet due to lamb being a high-fat meat.

The red pesto sauce may have high sodium content depending on the brand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lamb is a rich source of protein and essential nutrients such as iron, zinc and vitamin B12.
It can also be a good source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
The red peppers in the recipe are high in vitamin C and antioxidants, which can help boost immunity.
Tomatoes are a good source of lycopene, an antioxidant that may reduce the risk of certain cancers.

	1 lb ground lamb
	1 onion , finely chopped
	2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
	2 red peppers , deseeded and diced
	6 1/2 ounces red pesto sauce
	1 can chopped tomatoes
	6 ounces dried pasta shapes