Baked Mediterranean Feast: Lamb and Merguez Couscous with Halloumi and Herb Garnish

Ingredients

- 1 pound lamb, cubed
- 4 merguez sausages
- 1 cup couscous
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- 4 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 ripe peach, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup pistachios, shelled and chopped
- 8 shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup gnocchi
- 1 banana, sliced into rounds
- 1/2 cup chocolate chunks

Instructions

1. Prepare the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Marinate and Roast the Meats:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lamb cubes and merguez sausages. Add olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Place the meats on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and roast in the oven for PT30M (30 minutes), or until browned and cooked through.

3. Prepare the Couscous:
While the meats are roasting, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for PT5M (5 minutes), then fluff with a fork.

4. Roast the Vegetables and Halloumi:
On another baking tray, spread out broccoli florets, sliced halloumi, diced tomatoes, and shrimp. Drizzle with a little olive oil and a pinch of salt. Roast in the oven for PT15M (15 minutes).

5. Make the Herb and Nut Garnish:
In a small bowl, combine chopped cilantro, mint, and pistachios. Set aside.

6. Roast Banana and Chocolate:
Spread banana slices on a small baking dish, sprinkle with chocolate chunks, and bake in the oven for the last PT10M (10 minutes) along with the meats and veggies.

7. Assemble the Dish:
On a large serving platter, spread the couscous as the base. Arrange roasted meats, shrimp, and veggies on top. Garnish with herb and nut mixture. Serve the roasted banana and chocolate as a sweet side.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT20M
20 minutes

- Cooking Time: PT40M
40 minutes

Total Time

PT1H
1 hour

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Mediterranean Recipe, Lamb Couscous, Merguez Sausage, Halloumi Dinner, Shrimp and Gnocchi, Herb Garnish, Roasted Vegetables, Nut Garnish, Oven Baked Dinner, Gourmet Recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 2600 calories for the entire dish

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