Moroccan Spiced Turkey & Lentil Loaf
Method
Prep Base: Preheat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan) and line a standard 900g loaf tin with non-stick baking parchment.
Combine Matrix: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean minced turkey, brown lentils, onion, garlic, egg, and wholemeal breadcrumbs.
Infuse Aromatics: Add the Ras el Hanout, chopped coriander, and tomato purée, seasoning with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper.
Bake Firm: Press the seasoned mixture firmly into the loaf tin and bake for 45 minutes until cooked through and golden.
Nutritional Insight: The lean turkey protein preserves muscle mass, while the hidden brown lentils provide low-GI complex carbohydrates that prolong satiety and effortlessly eliminate mid-day food noise. Culinary Hack: Pulse the drained lentils in a food processor a few times before mixing; this creates a cohesive texture that mimics meat perfectly while keeping the loaf beautifully moist.
Nutrition Facts
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