Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs
Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs is rich and comforting, with tender lamb, earthy lentils, and tomatoes simmered together until the flavors meld. Bright lemon and fresh spinach lift the dish, while ricotta salata adds a salty, creamy finish. Serve it for a cozy dinner or a relaxed weekend meal when you want something hearty yet fresh.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 27 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 30
- Heart Health
- 90
- Metabolic
- 55
- Digestive
- 50
- Inflammatory
- 72
- Performance
- 56
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat the oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the lamb cubes and bones and brown them on all sides, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the onion and garlic and cook for about 2 minutes more, stirring frequently.
- 2
Stir in the lentils, 2 cups of the chicken broth, tomatoes, carrots, and the thyme, sage, and basil. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low and simmer, covered, until the lentils are tender but not fully done, stirring occasionally. Depending on the type and freshness of the lentils, this takes from 15 to 30 minutes. If the stew seems dry, add more broth (up to one additional cup). Remove and discard the lamb bones.
- 3
Add the spinach and cook 5 minutes more. Stir in the lemon zest and juice. Garnish each serving with some of the crumbled cheese.
- Calories 678.48 kcal High 34%
- Protein 65.9 g Good Source 132%
- Carbohydrate 40.51 g 15%
- Total Fat 29.9 g High 38%
- Saturated Fat 10.27 g High 51%
- Trans Fat 0.92 g High --
- Cholesterol 177.74 mg High 59%
- Sodium 1364.48 mg High 59%
- Dietary Fiber 12.95 g Good Source 46%
- Total Sugars 12.78 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 287.66 mg Good Source 22%
- Iron 8.35 mg Good Source 46%
- Potassium 1624.16 mg Good Source 35%
- Vitamin A 96.81 mcg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin C 15.62 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.33 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs is made with 15 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 55 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Chopped Spinach, and Diced Tomatoes. Each serving provides about 678.48 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Chopped Spinach, Diced Tomatoes, Dried Basil. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs?
- About 55 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 678.48 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs healthy?
- Lamb and Lentil Stew with Mediterranean Herbs has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 678.48 calories and 65.9 g of protein, or 132% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1364.48 mg (59% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.27 g (51% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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