Greek Lamb and Orzo
Lamb and orzo are cooked together with tomatoes and spices.
The lamb is browned first, then the other ingredients are added.
The mixture is simmered until the orzo is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
The result is a simple and satisfying meal.
By Nadia Kovalenko
Posted October 15, 2026Share
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Lamb and orzo are cooked together with tomatoes and spices.
The lamb is browned first, then the other ingredients are added.
The mixture is simmered until the orzo is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
The result is a simple and satisfying meal.
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Ingredients 7
1 pound ground lamb
2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 stalk celery, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 clove garlic, minced
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
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1
Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook the ground lamb until it's browned, about 5 minutes.
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2
Add the tomatoes and their juice, celery, orzo, garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
Amount Per Serving
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Calories 306 kcal
% Daily Value *
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Total Fat 11g
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Saturated Fat 4g
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Cholesterol 51mg
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Sodium 445mg
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Total Carbohydrate 34g
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Dietary Fiber 3g
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Protein 19g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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