Juicy Grilled Turkey Kofta Skewers: 30-Minute Flavor Explosion
Juicy Grilled Turkey Kofta Skewers are a delicious and healthy option for any meal, ready in just 30 minutes. These flavorful skewers feature lean ground turkey combined with fresh herbs and spices, offering a satisfying bite that everyone will love. Paired with a refreshing tzatziki sauce, they bring a taste of the Mediterranean right to your table. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering, these kofta skewers are quick to prepare and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 skewers) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g ground turkey
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix until well blended.
- Shape the mixture into small logs and thread onto skewers.
- Brush with olive oil and grill on medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
- For tzatziki sauce, mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, and salt until smooth.
- Serve hot with tzatziki sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg