Mediterranean Diet Chevapchichi
Elevate your culinary repertoire with this Mediterranean Diet Chevapchichi recipe, a mouthwatering twist on the traditional Balkan sausage. Featuring a nutritious blend of lean ground beef and lamb, this dish is infused with vibrant Mediterranean flavors from finely chopped onion, fresh parsley, smoky paprika, and earthy cumin. Perfectly seasoned and shaped into tender thumb-sized sausages, the chevapchichi are pan-seared to golden perfection in heart-healthy olive oil, making them a wholesome yet indulgent treat. Ready in under an hour, this high-protein recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight meal or a flavorful addition to your Mediterranean-inspired feast. Pair with fresh salads, whole-grain pita, or grilled vegetables for a balanced and irresistible plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams lean ground beef
- 200 grams lean ground lamb
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground lamb.
Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped fresh parsley to the meat mixture.
Sprinkle the paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper over the mixture.
Using your hands, mix everything together until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Divide the meat mixture into 12 equal portions and shape each into a small sausage about the size of your thumb.
Place the formed chevapchichi on a tray and refrigerate for 15 minutes to help them hold their shape during cooking.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the chevapchichi to the pan, being careful not to overcrowd them.
Cook the chevapchichi for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
Remove from the pan and let them rest for a minute before serving.
Serve the Mediterranean Diet Chevapchichi with a side of fresh salad, whole grain pita, or a selection of grilled vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.5 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 346 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 2720 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 99.1 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 988 mg | 21% | |
*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.
