Low Carb Shawarma Platter

Indulge in the bold flavors of the Middle East with this Low Carb Shawarma Platter, a healthy twist on a classic favorite! Juicy, perfectly spiced grilled chicken thighs are the star of this dish, marinated in a blend of cumin, coriander, paprika, and turmeric, then charred to perfection. Served over a crisp bed of romaine lettuce with fresh cucumber, tomato, and red onion, this platter is drizzled with a creamy tahini dressing that brings it all together. With only 20 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow instructions, this gluten-free, keto-friendly recipe is perfect for meal prep or a wholesome weeknight dinner. Bursting with flavor and nutrition, it’s a vibrant, refreshing way to satisfy your shawarma cravings without the carbs!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 Tomato, diced
• 0.5 Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Tahini
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, turmeric, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Step 2

Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 3

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.

Step 4

Grill the marinated chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and nicely charred. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt or sour cream with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, season with a pinch of salt to taste. Set aside.

Step 6

For the tahini dressing, whisk together tahini, water, garlic powder, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and creamy.

Step 7

To assemble the low-carb shawarma platter, place a bed of romaine lettuce on a serving plate.

Step 8

Top with sliced grilled chicken, cucumber slices, diced tomato, and red onion rings.

Step 9

Drizzle the platter with tahini dressing and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve immediately, optionally with a side of Greek yogurt or sour cream mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1302.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1989.9

Total Fat 132.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 571.0mg	0%
Sodium 3531.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 148.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 5119.1mg	0%
Iron 21445.1mg	0%
Potassium 3366.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.2%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 9.9%