Cumin-Spiced Turkey Kofta Skewers

Name: Cumin-Spiced Turkey Kofta Skewers
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean); 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped); 2 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped); 2 clove garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 0.5 tablespoon ground coriander; 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika; 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 zucchinis (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds); 0.5 head cauliflower (riced); 0.5 cup cucumber (finely diced); 0.25 cup Roma tomato (finely diced); 0.25 cup fresh mint (chopped); 0.25 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Juicy ground turkey kofta, richly seasoned with cumin and fresh herbs, served on skewers with a zesty cauliflower tabbouleh and roasted zucchini.

Prep: 25 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 45 min
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Difficulty: Medium
Cost: $7.02/serving

Dietary

Low-Carb
Keto
Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Paleo
High-Protein
Whole30

Ingredients

1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)
0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
2 tablespoon fresh parsley (finely chopped)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
0.5 tablespoon ground coriander
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 zucchinis (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
0.5 head cauliflower (riced)
0.5 cup cucumber (finely diced)
0.25 cup Roma tomato (finely diced)
0.25 cup fresh mint (chopped)
0.25 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, red onion, 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Form the mixture into small, elongated meatballs (kofta shape) and thread onto skewers.
Toss sliced zucchini with 1 tablespoon olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Arrange zucchini on a baking sheet.
Place kofta skewers on a separate baking sheet or alongside zucchini if there's enough space. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until turkey is cooked through and lightly browned, flipping halfway. Roast zucchini for the same duration until tender-crisp.
While kofta and zucchini cook, prepare the cauliflower tabbouleh: In a medium bowl, combine riced cauliflower, diced cucumber, diced Roma tomato, chopped fresh mint, and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine. Season with a small pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Serve warm Cumin-Spiced Turkey Kofta Skewers with cauliflower tabbouleh and roasted zucchini.

Notes

Ensure the ground turkey mixture isn't overmixed, as this can lead to tough kofta. For a richer flavor, you can pan-fry the kofta instead of baking.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 480
Protein: 51 g
Carbohydrates: 16.5 g
Fat: 23.5 g
Fiber: 6 g
Sodium: 590 mg
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Sugar: 7.5 g
Cholesterol: 150 mg