Spiced Lamb and Feta Stuffed Peppers
Roasted bell peppers filled with a fragrant spiced lamb and feta cheese mixture, creating a savory and satisfying Mediterranean entrée. This mediterranean-inspired lamb (mediterranean) ready in about 45 minutes pairs pound ground lamb, large bell peppers, halved and seeded, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 1 medium (about 1 cup) onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange 4 halved and seeded bell peppers cut side up on a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 pound ground lamb, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat, for 7-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 more minutes to deepen the flavors. Remove from heat and mix in 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
- Step 5: Spoon the lamb mixture evenly into the bell pepper halves. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until the peppers are tender and filling is hot. Serve warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Lamb and Feta Stuffed Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spiced Lamb and Feta Stuffed Peppers?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pound ground lamb from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Lamb and Feta Stuffed Peppers?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Lamb and Feta Stuffed Peppers for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spiced Lamb and Feta Stuffed Peppers?
Mediterranean lamb like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
