Walnut Muhammara Lamb Bowl

Author: California Walnuts

Spiced lamb and roasted veggies are taken to the next level with a base of smoky walnut muhammara and fresh, aromatic herbs.

Walnut Muhammara Lamb Bowl
Yields4 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time40 mins

Ingredients:

 1 eggplant, chopped 
 1 zucchini, sliced  
 3 red bell pepper, chopped 
 1 cup California walnuts, plus more for topping 
 2 cloves garlic 
 2 Tbsp pomegranate molasses 
 2 Tbsp olive oil 
 Salt, to taste 
 Pepper, to taste 
 500g ground lamb
 1 tsp cumin  
 1 tsp coriander  
 1 tsp smoked paprika 
 1 tsp, cinnamon  
 Parsley, to taste 
 Mint, to taste 
 Pomegranate arils, to taste

Preparation:

1

"1. Roast eggplant, zucchini and red bell peppers at 425°F for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing halfway, until they are tender and lightly caramelized.

2

Blend the roasted peppers, California walnuts, garlic, pomegranate molasses, olive oil, salt and pepper until smooth and creamy, with a slightly textured consistency.

3

Brown the lamb with the cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt and pepper in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through.

4

Spread muhammara into bowls and top with lamb and roasted eggplant and zucchini.

5

Top with parsley, mint, pomegranate arils and chopped walnuts, as desired.

6

To see the recipe video click here.

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

1 bowl


Amount per serving
Calories769
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 57g74%
Saturated Fat 16g80%
Cholesterol 91mg31%
Sodium 285mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 41g15%
Dietary Fiber 12g43%
Total Sugars 25g
Includes 4g Added Sugars8%
Protein 30g

Iron 5mg28%
Potassium 1253mg27%

* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.