Greek Lamb & Veggie Bowl with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce

Greek Lamb & Veggie Bowl with Yogurt-Tahini Sauce

A Mediterranean powerhouse featuring seasoned ground lamb (or beef), crisp vegetables, briny feta, and a zesty yogurt-tahini drizzle. Served over greens or with sourdough pita for a clean, balanced lunch.

Serving: 1

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes

Ingredients

For the Protein:

  • 6 oz ground lamb (or beef)

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped onion

  • ½ tsp oregano (dried)

  • ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional, for depth)

  • ½ tsp sea salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • Ghee or tallow for cooking

For the Bowl:

  • 1 cup mixed greens (or arugula/spinach)

  • ½ cucumber, sliced

  • ½ tomato, diced (or cherry tomatoes)

  • ¼ cup crumbled feta (preferably sheep’s milk)

  • 4 kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

  • Optional: sliced red onion or pickled onion

For the Yogurt-Tahini Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt

  • 1 tsp tahini

  • 1 tsp lemon juice

  • ½ clove garlic, grated

  • Pinch of salt

  • Water to thin (1–2 tsp)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Protein

  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a bit of ghee or tallow.

  2. Add the garlic and onion; sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. Add ground lamb and season with oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.

  4. Cook, breaking it up, until browned and slightly crispy (about 7–8 minutes).

  5. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Yogurt-Tahini Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt.

  2. Add water gradually until smooth and drizzle-able.

Step 3: Assemble the Bowl

  1. In a wide bowl, layer greens, cucumber, tomato, and olives.

  2. Top with the warm lamb mixture.

  3. Sprinkle with feta and drizzle generously with yogurt-tahini sauce.

  4. Optional: Serve with a slice of sourdough pita or flatbread for dipping.

Nutrition Estimate (Without Bread)

  • Calories: ~520 kcal

  • Protein: ~38g

  • Fat: ~34g

  • Carbs: ~10–12g

Add-Ons & Variations

  • Add roasted vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers

  • Swap lamb for chicken thighs or beef kofta skewers

  • For extra healthy fats, add avocado slices

  • Spice it up with a sprinkle of chili flakes or drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

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