Whole30 Lebanese Kafta

Elevate your Whole30 meal plan with this flavorful Lebanese Kafta recipe, a wholesome take on a Middle Eastern classic! Made with tender ground beef, aromatic spices like cumin, cinnamon, and paprika, and a duo of fresh parsley and mint, this dish is packed with vibrant, herbaceous flavor. Shaped into long, juicy patties or threaded on skewers, the kafta can be cooked on the grill for irresistible char marks or broiled in the oven for a quick and easy option. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-compliant dinner that pairs beautifully with fresh salads or simple roasted veggies. Perfect for weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining, this healthy Lebanese Kafta is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 cup fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup fresh mint
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic

Directions

Step 1

Begin by finely chopping the onion, parsley, and mint. You can use a food processor for a finer consistency, which helps in forming the kafta.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped onions, parsley, mint, and minced garlic cloves.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the bowl, then sprinkle in the cumin, allspice, paprika, cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Using your hands, mix the ingredients thoroughly until everything is well combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can toughen the meat.

Step 5

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or set your oven to broil.

Step 6

Divide the kafta mixture into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into long, flat patties about 1 inch thick and 4 inches long.

Step 7

If using skewers, you can shape the kafta around the skewers to make handling easier.

Step 8

Place the kafta on the preheated grill and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks.

Step 9

Alternatively, place the kafta on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and broil in the oven. Cook for approximately 5-6 minutes per side or until fully cooked.

Step 10

Remove from heat and let the kafta rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve the kafta hot, paired with a fresh salad or your favorite Whole30-compliant sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(698.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1215.5

Total Fat 90.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 354.0mg	0%
Sodium 3868.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 22.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 5.7g
Protein 88.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 233.8mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2047.0mg	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: 64.6%

Protein: 28.3%

Carbs: 7.1%