Mediterranean Diet Beef Yakitori
Elevate your grilling game with this Mediterranean Diet Beef Yakitori recipe, a flavorful fusion of Japanese-inspired skewers and Mediterranean ingredients. Tender cubes of lean beef steak are marinated in a vibrant mix of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano, thyme, and cumin, infusing each bite with bold and zesty aromas. Threaded alongside colorful bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet red onion, these skewers are grilled to perfection, creating a smoky, charred exterior while keeping the inside irresistibly succulent. Quick to prepare and packed with lean protein and fresh veggies, this dish is perfect for health-conscious food lovers seeking a Mediterranean twist on classic yakitori. Serve your beef yakitori with whole grain couscous or a crisp green salad for a wholesome and satisfying meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean beef steak
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 large Green bell pepper
- 1 large Red onion
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 10 units Wooden skewers
Instructions
Soak the wooden skewers in water for about 15 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
Cut the beef steak into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the beef cubes, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and let the beef marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
While the beef is marinating, cut the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion into 1-inch pieces.
Once marinated, thread the beef cubes, bell peppers, onion pieces, and cherry tomatoes alternately onto the soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using a stovetop grill pan, heat it over medium-high heat until hot.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness and the vegetables are slightly charred and tender.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the beef yakitori skewers with a side of whole grain couscous or a fresh green salad for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1837 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.9 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 375 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2693 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 137.6 g | 275% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 3284 mg | 70% | |
*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.
