Lamb kofta with quinoa salad

This healthy lamb kofta dish is served with quinoa salad which is a good source of fibre!

Serves 2

Ingredients:

For the lamb kofta:

100g finely minced lean lamb mince
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tbsp chopped fresh mint
1 tsp garam masala
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp vegetable oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 wooden or metal skewers soaked in water

For the warm quinoa salad:

100g quinoa, uncooked
400 ml vegetable stock
10 cherry tomatoes halved
½ green pepper, de-seeded and finely diced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
Salt and pepper, to taste

Method:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the minced lamb, onion, mint, garam masala, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper and blend evenly.

2. Divide into 4 portions and press around one end of the skewer to form a log shape approximately 1 inch thick and 6 inches long.

3. Brush with vegetable oil and place under a preheated grill to 190C/Gas 5 for 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally until the meat is no longer pink.

4. Cook the quinoa according to the packet instructions (replace water with vegetable stock). While waiting, cut the tomatoes in half, dice the pepper and finely chop the mint.

5. Mix lemon juice and olive oil separately. Add ingredients to quinoa when cooked and season to taste.

6. Serve the lamb koftas with the quinoa salad on the side.

Nutritional info:

Kcal: 412
Protein: 19g
Fat: 21.5g
Sat Fat: 5g
Carbs: 38g