Middle-Eastern Ground Beef and Lentil Bowls

Name: Middle-Eastern Ground Beef and Lentil Bowls
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 10 oz cherry tomatoes, quartered; 1 English cucumber, finely diced; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tsp ground coriander; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground cardamom; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 2 tsp turmeric; Water (add 1 tsp at a time – I needed 5, but you may need more or less); 1 tbsp butter (or tallow, or other healthy fat); 2 onions, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp ginger, grated; 2 lbs ground beef; 8 oz pureed liver – optional, but highly recommended. If you’re new to hidden liver, start with less until you’re comfortable with it; 1/2 lb (about 1 cup) dry lentils, prepared; 2 14.5oz cans petite diced tomatoes; 4 tsp curry powder; 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; Salt & pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp butter; 1/2 head of cabbage, finely diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup green onions, sliced

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:30min

Warm, complex spices meet bright, fresh herbs in this deeply satisfying family-friendly bowl meal. It's light enough for using up those fresh summer veggies, yet hearty enough with the beef and lentils for winter fare as well. Add some hidden liver to get a nutrient boost!

Updated at: Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:31:04 GMT