Mediterranean Diet Juicy Beef Kabab

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Juicy Beef Kabab recipe, a perfect centerpiece for any healthy Mediterranean diet meal. Made with lean ground beef, aromatic spices like cumin and coriander, and fresh herbs such as parsley and mint, these kababs are bursting with flavor and nutrition. Grated red onion and a hint of lemon zest add a refreshing tang, while a quick marinade ensures each bite is tender and juicy. Grilled to perfection alongside colorful bell peppers and sweet cherry tomatoes, these kababs are as visually enticing as they are delicious. Serve them hot, paired with a crisp salad or fluffy pita bread, for an effortless yet impressive meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean ground beef
• 1 medium, grated red onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 30 grams, chopped fresh parsley
• 15 grams, chopped fresh mint
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 for juice and zest lemon
• 2 medium, deseeded and chunks bell peppers
• 12 cherry tomatoes
• 8 wooden skewers

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the wooden skewers in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, grated red onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, fresh mint, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground paprika, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Zest and juice the lemon, then add both the zest and juice into the beef mixture. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the mixture to marinate in the fridge for at least 20 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

Step 5

Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 6

While the beef mix is marinating, prepare the vegetables: cut the bell peppers into chunks and keep the cherry tomatoes whole.

Step 7

Remove the beef mixture from the fridge. Divide it into eight equal portions and shape each portion around a skewer to form logs, ensuring the mixture is tightly packed to prevent falling apart.

Step 8

Alternate threading bell pepper chunks and cherry tomatoes on separate skewers.

Step 9

Place the beef and vegetable skewers on the preheated grill. Cook the beef kababs for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and nicely charred. Turn the vegetable skewers occasionally, so they cook evenly. The vegetables should take approximately the same time.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove all skewers from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve the beef kababs hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon if desired. Enjoy alongside a fresh salad for a complete Mediterranean meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2874.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1506.6

Total Fat 69.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 309.8mg	0%
Sodium 2916.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.2g	0%
Total Sugars 62.5g
Protein 125.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 451.3mg	0%
Iron 26.9mg	0%
Potassium 5573.2mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 32.2%

Carbs: 27.9%