Nutrition Facts for Whole30 lamb saag

Whole30 Lamb Saag

Indulge in the bold and wholesome flavors of Whole30 Lamb Saag, a nutrient-packed spin on the classic Indian dish that perfectly aligns with your Whole30 goals. Tender, slow-simmered lamb shoulder infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and garam masala is paired with vibrant fresh spinach and creamy coconut milk for a rich and satisfying meal. This one-pan recipe uses ghee for a buttery depth of flavor and swaps traditional dairy for coconut milk to keep it dairy-free and paleo-friendly. Ready in just over an hour, this savory, spice-kissed dish is perfect for meal prep or a hearty dinner, and it’s sure to transform your kitchen into a fragrant haven. Serve it as is or alongside cauliflower rice for the ultimate Whole30-approved comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:60 mins
Total Time:75 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound lamb shoulder, diced
  • 1 pound fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoons ghee
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 inch piece ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ghee. Once the ghee is hot, add the cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the onions, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the diced lamb shoulder to the skillet. Cook until the lamb is browned on all sides, about 5-8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the coriander powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper, ensuring the lamb is well coated with the spices.

Step 6

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring until it wilts down, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine all ingredients well. Once the mixture comes to a gentle boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes until the lamb is tender.

Step 8

Taste for seasoning and adjust with more salt or spice if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (1358.2g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1906.5
Total Fat 134.7g 0%
Saturated Fat 63.8g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 520.0mg 0%
Sodium 3054.9mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.6g 0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g 0%
Total Sugars 23.4g
Protein 105.3g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 604.3mg 0%
Iron 28.6mg 0%
Potassium 1881.4mg 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: 64.5%
Protein: 22.4%
Carbs: 13.1%