Mediterranean Ham and Lettuce Stuffed Rice Bowl with Lemon-Tahini Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this hearty rice bowl, filled with succulent ham, crispy lettuce, and fragrant herbs, all tied together with a zesty lemon-tahini sauce. This dish is a perfect representation of the region's emphasis on fresh ingredients and bold flavors. The combination of textures and tastes will leave you wanting more.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total Time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- Mediterranean
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- ham
- lettuce
- rice
Ingredients
- 1cupham, diced
- 2cupslettuce, chopped
- 1cuprice, cooked
- 2tbspslemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4cuptahini, none
- 3clovesgarlic, minced
- 1/4cupolive oil, none
- 1cupcherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4cupfresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2cupfeta cheese, crumbled
- to tastenonesalt, none
- to tastenoneblack pepper, none
Nutrition
420
105 per serving
28g
56% DV
20g
29% DV
32g
11% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 6g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced ham and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the ham from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until they start to release their juices.
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Add the chopped lettuce to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, browned ham, wilted lettuce, and cherry tomatoes. Mix well to combine.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and tahini until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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To assemble the dish, divide the rice mixture among four bowls. Drizzle the lemon-tahini sauce over the top of each bowl and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.
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Serve immediately and enjoy!
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