Heart-Healthy Adana Kabab
Elevate your mealtime with this Heart-Healthy Adana Kabab recipe, a nutritious twist on the Turkish classic that's bursting with bold, aromatic flavors. Crafted with lean ground turkey and fresh herbs like parsley and mint, this low-fat variation is seasoned with earthy cumin, smoky paprika, and a hint of crushed red pepper for a perfectly balanced taste. Finely chopped vegetables infuse moisture and texture, while a touch of olive oil ensures the kababs stay juicy on the grill. Served with warm whole wheat pita bread and zesty lemon wedges, this high-protein dish is an ideal choice for a light yet satisfying meal. Perfect for grilling enthusiasts and healthy eaters alike, these kababs come together in under an hour, making them an irresistible addition to your weeknight rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground turkey
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 small Onion
- 25 grams Parsley
- 15 grams Mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 1 lemon Lemon wedges
Instructions
Begin by finely chopping the red bell pepper, onion, garlic, parsley, and mint leaves. For even texture, you can use a food processor.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey with the chopped vegetables and herbs.
Add the cumin, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper to the turkey mixture and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal parts and shape each into a sausage-like form around skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before use to prevent burning.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil the grill grates.
Place the skewered kababs on the grill and cook for about 10 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and they're brown and slightly charred.
Warm the whole wheat pita breads on the grill during the last few minutes of cooking.
Serve the kababs immediately with warm pita bread and lemon wedges for extra zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.7 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 357 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 2532 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.6 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 127.5 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 352 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 2483 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
