Looking to switch up you slow-cooker staples? Consider this lamb entree. A terrific meal-in-one, it certainly adds flair to dinnertime doldrums. A splash of lmeon juice and zesty lemon peel complement the flavors of fresh spinach and feta cheese.-Dan Kelmenson, West Bloomfield, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 8h30m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut roast in half. Place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle with the garlic, oregano, lemon zest and salt. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. , Cook orzo according to package directions. Remove lamb from slow cooker. Shred meat with two forks; set aside and keep warm. , Skim fat from cooking juices if necessary; return 1 cup cooking juices to slow cooker. Add one package of spinach. Cook on high for 5-10 minutes or until spinach is wilted. Drain orzo; add to spinach mixture. Stir in reserved meat and 1/2 cup feta cheese. , To serve, arrange remaining fresh spinach on nine individual plates. Top with lamb mixture. Sprinkle each with remaining feta cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
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A.b Solangi
sa34@gmail.comI've tried this recipe a few times now and it never disappoints. The lamb is always cooked perfectly and the orzo is always fluffy. I love the addition of the feta cheese and fresh herbs.
Noah Luning
n-luning20@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! The lamb was tender and juicy, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Zulfiqur Ali
zulfiqur.ali57@hotmail.comI found this dish to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.
Tamira Houston
t-houston@gmail.comThis dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was still good. The lamb was tender and the orzo was cooked perfectly.
Enrique Ramirez
r.e@hotmail.comI made this dish for my family and they all loved it. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
mar jannat
mar-jannat@yahoo.comThis dish was easy to make and very delicious. The lamb was moist and tender, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I loved the combination of flavors.
Laniece Ware
l-w@yahoo.comI've made this dish a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the orzo is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the feta cheese and fresh herbs.
Rubabi Media
m_rubabi95@yahoo.comThis dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the lamb and the orzo. I will definitely be making this again.
Maria Ismum
im@hotmail.frI followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
sadak islam
i.s@hotmail.comI found this dish to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.
Tajar
tajar100@yahoo.comThis dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was still good. The lamb was tender and the orzo was cooked perfectly.
Md Asib
asib-md@yahoo.comI made this dish for my family and they all loved it. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
BK ROBIN BOSS
boss@gmail.comThis dish was easy to make and very delicious. The lamb was moist and tender, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I loved the combination of flavors.
Karim Reza
karim@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
sajjak sheikh
sheikh54@aol.comI've made this dish a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the orzo is cooked perfectly. I love the addition of the feta cheese and fresh herbs.
Rabiul Hossan
h@aol.comThis lamb and orzo dish was a hit at my dinner party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the lamb was cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.