Cypriot Chicken Kebabs - 10g Carbs, 3g Fiber
From: diabeticgourmet.com
Servings: 4
12 oz chicken breast, boneless, skinless, cut into 12 even pieces
1 zucchini, cut into 8 slices
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 8 pieces
8 cherry tomatoes
--> Marinade Ingredients
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard (spicy brown may be substituted)
1/2 tsp dried oregano
2 cloves garlic minced
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
--> Dressing Ingredients
12 fresh mint leaves
1 cup frozen peas, cooked
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp cumin
Juice of one lemon
Simple to prepare, tasty and full of nutritional
goodness, these chicken kebabs are the perfect
dish to kick off the summer grilling season. A
minty dressing makes them delightful and special.
These kebabs were inspired by the eastern Mediterranean
island of Cyprus, which has long been a crossing point
between Europe, Asia and Africa. For this reason,
Cypriot cuisine is a unique blend of many influences.
Marinating the chicken ensures flavorful, juicy kebabs. The
blend of extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, mustard,
oregano, garlic and parsley produces a perfect marinade.
Pureed peas and mint give the dressing an attractive pastel
green base. Mint is abundant during summer and contains
health-protective phytochemicals. Peas, one of summer's
earliest crops, lend a light earthy quality and healthful fiber.
Garlic, a hint of cumin, and refreshing lemon juice round
out this summer dressing.
You can get a head start on these kebabs by marinating
the chicken overnight. Then just assemble the kebabs the
following day. Serve the kebabs with a garden salad
dressed with a basic vinaigrette.
You can even add a side of seasoned black beans. Just
saute some finely chopped scallions, diced tomato and
minced garlic. Then add cooked beans and heat through.
The result is a healthy, colorful and appetizing meal.
Servings: 4
Nutrition per Serving:
200 Calories, 8g Fat, 105mg Sodium, 21g Protein,
10g Carbs, 3g Dietary Fiber
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