Spicy Lamb Pasta Salad with Yogurt Dressing

Name: Spicy Lamb Pasta Salad with Yogurt Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 150 g leftover lamb kebab, roughly chopped; 175 g small pasta; 200 g leftover salad; 50 g sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped, plus 2 tbsp oil from the jar; 75 g green olives, roughly chopped; 2 clove garlic, crushed; 3 sprigs mint leaves, finely chopped; 150 g Greek-style natural yogurt or leftover yogurt sauce; 1/2 tbsp pomegranate molasses; 1 tsp dried chilli flakes; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 lemon, zested

This quick lamb pasta salad combines tender leftover lamb, chewy sun-dried tomatoes, briny olives, and a cool herby yogurt dressing. It is a fresh, flavorful way to turn leftovers into an easy lunch or light dinner with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors.

Servings2 Portions

Prep Time15 Mins

Cook Time15 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

leftover lamb kebab, roughly chopped
150 g
small pasta
175 g
leftover salad
200 g
sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped, plus 2 tbsp oil from the jar
50 g
green olives, roughly chopped
75 g
garlic, crushed
2 clove
mint leaves, finely chopped
3 sprigs
Greek-style natural yogurt or leftover yogurt sauce
150 g
pomegranate molasses
0.5 tbsp
dried chilli flakes
1 tsp
ground cumin
0.5 tsp
lemon, zested
0.5

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat 2 tbsp of the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the crushed garlic and chilli flakes, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the chopped lamb and cook for 4-5 minutes, tossing well, until heated through.

Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse briefly under cold water, and let it cool slightly. In a large bowl, mix the yogurt, pomegranate molasses, lemon zest, chopped mint, and ground cumin, then season to taste. Fold in the sun-dried tomatoes, olives, leftover salad, and pasta. Divide between plates, top with the warm lamb, and spoon over any flavorful oil left in the pan before serving.

Chef's Tips

If you do not have leftover lamb kebab, grilled lamb, roast chicken, or chickpeas work well instead. For the best texture, do not over-rinse the pasta or it can turn watery. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.