June 6, 2024
Moroccan Lamb and Pumpkin Stew
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 1/2 lbs Lamb Loin (chops, with bone)
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup Red Onion (diced)
- 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 1/2 tbsps Moroccan Spice Blend (divided)
- 2 cups Diced Tomatoes (from the can, with the juices)
- 1/2 cup Water
- 3 cups Butternut pumpkin (peeled, seeds removed, cubed)
- 2 tbsps coriander (chopped)
Directions
- Heat the oil in a heavy bottom pot and season the meat all over with salt and pepper. Add the lamb to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes or until browned on all sides.
- Add the onion and cook for another five minutes. Add garlic and Moroccan spice blend and stir often for another two minutes.
- Add the diced tomato and water. Stir, cover the pot with the lid, and simmer over medium-low heat for about two hours. Add more water if necessary.
- After two hours, add the butternut pumpkin to the pan, stir and season the stew with salt and pepper. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer for another 40 to 45 minutes or until everything is cooked through.
- Top the stew with coriander and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts - 1 Serving
- Calories: 339
- Protein: 38g
- Carbohydrate: 18g
- Fats: 12g
- Fibre: 3g
- Sugars: 6g

Ingredients Salad 1 cup farro, dry ½ cup quinoa, dry 2 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth (for cooking grains) 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded 1 cucumber, diced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 green bell pepper, diced ¾ cup canned corn, drained and rinsed ½ cup black olives, sliced ¼ cup red onion, finely diced 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled Dressing ¼ cup olive oil 3 tbsp red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar) 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp dried oregano 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (to taste) ½ tsp salt (adjust as needed) ¼ tsp black pepper Instructions Step 1 - Cook the grains Rinse farro and quinoa. Combine with vegetable broth in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 20–25 minutes until tender. Drain any excess liquid and let cool slightly. Step 2- Prepare the salad base In a large bowl, add cooked grains, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, corn, olives, red onion, chickpeas, and parsley. Step 3 - Make the dressing Whisk olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, honey/maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth. Step 4 - Assemble Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle feta on top and mix lightly. Step 5 - Chill or serve Serve immediately or refrigerate 30–60 minutes to let flavors develop. Nutrition and Cooking Times Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 30 minutes | Total time: 50 minutes Nutrient Value: Calories: 520 -560kcal | Protein: 38-42g | Fat: 20-23g | Carbohydrates: 48-52g | Fibre: 11 - 14g


