Low Carb Arayes Lamb and Cheese
Savor the irresistible flavors of the Middle East with this Low Carb Arayes Lamb and Cheese recipe, a delectable twist on a traditional favorite. Perfect for keto and low-carb enthusiasts, this dish swaps classic pita bread for tender zucchini slices, creating a lighter yet equally satisfying meal. Juicy ground lamb is infused with aromatic spices like cumin and cinnamon, then layered with shredded mozzarella cheese for a creamy, savory bite. Baked to perfection, these zucchini "sandwiches" boast a golden, cheesy top and a succulent, herby filling. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with protein, this dish is both indulgent and diet-friendly. Serve them warm as a healthy appetizer, snack, or main course with a side of fresh parsley for an added burst of color and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground lamb
- 4 large Zucchini
- 100 grams Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 small Onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 30 grams Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash the zucchinis and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Set aside.
Finely chop the small onion, garlic cloves, and fresh parsley.
In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
Mix everything well until all ingredients are incorporated evenly with the lamb.
Take a zucchini slice and place about a tablespoon of the lamb mixture on it, spreading evenly but leaving a small border around the edge. Top with a small sprinkle (about a teaspoon) of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Cover with another zucchini slice and gently press them together to hold the filling inside. Repeat this process until all the zucchini slices and filling are used up.
Brush both sides of each zucchini sandwich with olive oil. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender and slightly golden, and the lamb is cooked through.
Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve the low carb arayes warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.8 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.0 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 551 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 14516 mg | 631% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.0 g | ||
| Protein | 161.6 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1095 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 4379 mg | 93% | |
*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.
