Low Sodium Keema
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Keema recipe! Made with lean ground turkey and infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric, this dish delivers bold, authentic flavor without the excess salt. Fresh cilantro, mint leaves, and a dash of lemon juice add a vibrant finish, while sautéed onions, garlic, and ginger create a fragrant base. Quick to prepare in under 40 minutes, this savory keema pairs perfectly with low-sodium flatbread or steamed rice for a wholesome meal. Packed with protein and nutrients, it's a must-try recipe for anyone seeking delicious, low-sodium alternatives.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small green chili, finely chopped
- 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 100 grams frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onions to the skillet and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they become translucent.
Stir in the minced ginger and garlic, and fry for another minute until fragrant.
Add the chopped green chili and the chopped tomato to the skillet and cook until the tomato softens, about 3-4 minutes.
Add ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, paprika, and turmeric to the tomato mixture, stirring well to combine the spices.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground turkey. Cook while breaking up lumps with a spoon until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they are heated through.
Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the chopped cilantro, chopped mint leaves, and lemon juice.
Serve hot with a side of low-sodium flatbread or steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.4 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 355 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 384 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 104.8 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*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.
