Lamb Shoulder Flatbread Bowl

Lamb Shoulder Flatbread Bowl

Slow-cooked lamb over flatbread with tzatziki and roasted tomatoes.

• Meal Type: Lunch
• Dietary: High Protein, Dairy-Free
• Main Ingredient: Ground Lamb
• Servings: 3
• Cost per Serving: $10.50
• Prep Time: 20 min

Ingredients

Spiced Lamb

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Bowl Components

• 3 flatbreads (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for roasting tomatoes)
• ½ cup dairy-free tzatziki
• ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
• ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
• 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts

Instructions

Roast the Tomatoes

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Roast for 12–15 minutes until blistered and jammy.

Cook the Lamb

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground lamb and break apart.
2. Season with cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook for 8–10 minutes until browned and fragrant.

Assemble the Bowl

1. Place a flatbread in each bowl as the base.
2. Spoon spiced lamb over the flatbread.
3. Top with roasted tomatoes, a dollop of dairy-free tzatziki, fresh mint, pomegranate seeds, and pine nuts.
4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Notes

Ground lamb is rich in zinc, iron, and complete protein. This bowl is high in protein and dairy-free when using a dairy-free tzatziki. The combination of warming spices and fresh toppings makes it a satisfying and nutrient-dense lunch.