Heart-Healthy Iskender Kebab
Transform your dinner table with this Heart-Healthy Iskender Kebab—a nutritious twist on the beloved Turkish classic. Made with protein-packed lean ground turkey and served over toasty, whole-grain pita bread, this dish is brimming with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. A rich yet wholesome tomato sauce, infused with garlic, red onion, and a hint of warming spices like cumin and paprika, brings vibrant authenticity without the guilt. Topped with creamy low-fat yogurt and freshly chopped parsley, this dish offers a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and fresh notes. Ready in under an hour, this low-sodium, high-fiber masterpiece is tailored for a healthier lifestyle without compromising flavor. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or an impressive weekend meal, this modern take on Iskender Kebab is sure to delight your taste buds and your heart!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground turkey
- 4 pieces whole-grain pita bread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 medium red onion
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground turkey, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and form into small flat patties.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add turkey patties and cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and browned. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add finely chopped garlic and diced red onion. Sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet. Cook until tomatoes break down, about 5 minutes.
Pour in low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens. Stir occasionally.
Season the sauce with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Meanwhile, cut whole-grain pita bread into quarters and lightly toast them in an oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 5 minutes.
Once the sauce has thickened, place the toasted pita quarters onto serving plates, spoon a generous amount of sauce over them, and top with cooked turkey patties.
Garnish with a hearty dollop of plain low-fat yogurt and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Heart-Healthy Iskender Kebab.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.6 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 371 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3000 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.8 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.0 g | ||
| Protein | 146.6 g | 293% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 792 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 4122 mg | 88% | |
*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.
