Mediterranean Diet Adana Kabab
Indulge in the bold, smoky flavors of Mediterranean Diet Adana Kabab, a healthier twist on the traditional Turkish classic. This recipe combines lean ground lamb with vibrant red bell pepper, aromatic parsley, and a medley of warming spices, including paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes, creating a dish that’s both flavorful and nutrient-rich. Perfectly suited for grilling, these kebabs are shaped onto skewers for a fun, hands-on cooking experience with charred, juicy results. A finishing drizzle of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness that’s irresistible. Quick to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired delicacy pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables or a refreshing salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal. Ideal for fans of the Mediterranean diet, this recipe also makes a fantastic option for healthy grilling enthusiasts and spice lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground lamb
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 small onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large lemon
Instructions
Finely chop the red bell pepper and small onion. Mince the garlic cloves. Roughly chop the parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped red bell pepper, onion, garlic, parsley, olive oil, paprika, cumin powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands, until well combined. It’s important to knead the mixture to ensure the flavors blend and the meat holds together.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion around a skewer into a sausage-like shape, making sure to press tightly. Repeat until all portions are used.
Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
Once heated, place the skewers on the grill. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the meat is fully cooked and nicely charred on the outside.
While the kebabs are grilling, cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into a small bowl.
Once the kebabs are cooked, remove them from the grill and drizzle with fresh lemon juice just before serving.
Serve the Mediterranean Diet Adana Kababs with sides like grilled vegetables or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.1 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.7 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 400 mg | 133% | |
| Sodium | 2745 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 91.6 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2246 mg | 48% | |
*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.
