Broad bean, spinach & lamb salad

Name: Broad Bean, Spinach, and Lamb Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Western
Ingredients: 200g lamb fillet, thinly sliced; 1 cup broad beans, cooked and shelled; 4 cups baby spinach leaves; 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; Salt and pepper to taste

Delight in a broad bean, spinach, and lamb salad. Succulent lamb paired with vibrant broad beans and fresh spinach leaves create a flavorful combination. Tossed with a zesty dressing, it's a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the hearty goodness of this nutritious salad, packed with protein and greens.

1 kg broad beans, podded*
Olive oil cooking spray
¼ cup slivered almonds
2 x 275g lamb loins (backstraps)
100g baby spinach leaves
⅓ cup small mint leaves
300g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 green onions (shallots), trimmed and thinly sliced
1 carrot, shredded
Lemon wedges, to serve
Tahini dressing:
⅓ cup thick Greek-style natural yoghurt
1 tbs tahini
1 tbs lemon juice
½ tsp pomegranate molasses (optional)
*yielding about 250g podded broad beans

STEP 1 Plunge broad beans into a small saucepan of boiling water. Cook for 1 minute then drain and refresh in cold water. Remove thick outer skin and set broad beans aside.

STEP 2 Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Spray pan with oil. Add almonds and cook, tossing often, until golden. Transfer to a plate. Spray lamb with oil and season with salt and pepper. Pan-fry lamb over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes (for medium-rare) on each side or until cooked to your liking. Transfer to a plate, cover and set aside to rest.

STEP 3 Meanwhile, arrange spinach, mint, chickpeas, green onions and carrot on a serving platter. To make the dressing, combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until combined.

STEP 4 Thinly slice lamb and arrange on salad. Sprinkle with toasted almonds. Drizzle with dressing and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutritional Facts

Broad beans: High in protein, iron, and dietary fiber, rich in B vitamins and vitamin C.
Spinach: Provides vitamins A, C, and K, and iron.
Lamb: High in protein and essential nutrients like B vitamins.
Almonds: Source of healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E.
Chickpeas: Provide protein, fiber, and essential vitamins.