Go Back
–+ servings
Baked Greek Kofta Kebabs

Savory Baked Greek Kofta Kebabs for a Healthy Feast

Enjoy these Baked Greek Kofta Kebabs, a flavorful and healthy dish that suits various dietary preferences, incorporating a hint of cinnamon for an unexpected twist.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Draining Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 kebabs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Kebabs
  • 2 pounds Ground Beef or Lamb Mixing beef and lamb creates a richer taste.
  • ½ large Onion Chopped roughly.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Add more if you love garlic.
  • 1 bunch Fresh Parsley Remove stems before chopping.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin Omit for AIP.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds unexpected warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Omit for AIP.
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Omit for AIP if needed.
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano Classic herb for Mediterranean flavor.
For the Dairy-Free Tzatziki
  • 2-3 Mini Seedless Cucumbers or ½ Large Seedless Cucumber Offers a satisfying crunch.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Helps to extract moisture.
  • ½ - ¾ cup Unsweetened Coconut Yogurt A ripe avocado can serve as an AIP-friendly base.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Adds bold kick.
  • 1 teaspoon Chopped Dill Enhances flavor profile.
  • ½ lemon Juice of Infuses acidity.
  • optional Olive Oil Enhances richness.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Baking Sheet
  • Colander

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by grating the cucumbers and tossing them with salt. Drain excess moisture in a colander for about 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pulse the onion in a food processor until finely minced, then add garlic and parsley and blend until combined.
  3. Transfer this mix to a large bowl, incorporate ground beef or lamb, and add cumin, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Form the meat mixture into oval-shaped patties or mold them around soaked bamboo skewers. Arrange on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until browned. For a crispy exterior, broil for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Once the kebabs are baking, ring out the cucumbers, then mix with coconut yogurt, minced garlic, dill, and lemon juice to create tzatziki.
  7. Serve the kebabs alongside the tzatziki on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1kebabCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 21gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve the kebabs immediately with fresh Dairy-Free Tzatziki for the best experience.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!