Mediterranean Diet Hearty Lamb Stew

Warm your soul with this Mediterranean Diet Hearty Lamb Stew, a rustic one-pot dish bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender, browned lamb shoulder is slow-simmered alongside a colorful medley of vegetables, including carrots, celery, and red bell pepper, in a fragrant broth infused with rosemary, thyme, and oregano. A pop of tangy kalamata olives and a splash of zesty lemon juice elevate this hearty stew to Mediterranean perfection. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this nutrient-rich recipe is both satisfying and balanced, adhering to the principles of the Mediterranean diet. Serve it with crusty whole-grain bread or over a bed of fluffy quinoa for an unforgettable meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds lamb shoulder, cubed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 whole large onion, chopped
• 4 whole garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 1 whole red bell pepper, chopped
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth, low sodium
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 0.25 cup parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the cubed lamb with salt and black pepper, then sear it in the hot oil until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove lamb from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, approximately 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, sliced carrots, celery, and chopped bell pepper. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Return the lamb to the pot. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and chicken broth.

Step 6

Add bay leaf, dried oregano, rosemary, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender.

Step 8

Check seasoning and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Stir in lemon juice and kalamata olives.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and discard. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2910.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3027.9

Total Fat 231.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 668.2mg	0%
Sodium 5759.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.9g	0%
Total Sugars 38.4g
Protein 152.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 667.3mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 4969.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.8%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 11.0%