Nutrition Facts
(per serving)

The recipe was modified to be vegetarian by replacing lamb mince with a mix of lentils and chickpeas, significantly reducing calories and fat while maintaining protein content. The yogurt and mayonnaise in the sauce were substituted with a plant-based yogurt and reduced-fat options to lower calories and fat further. The pita was swapped for whole wheat to increase fiber.
  • ~276 Calories saved
  • ~20g Fat saved
  • ~4g Carbs saved

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Vegetarian Greek Kofta Kebabs

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Ingredients

For the Kofta Kebabs

  • 250g lentils (cooked, approximately 1 cup)
  • 250g chickpeas (cooked, approximately 1 cup)
  • 3 large garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 tsp paprika (regular/sweet, not smoked)
  • 2 tsp mustard powder
  • 4 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp curry powder (not spicy)
  • 3/4 tsp cooking salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 skewers, optional (18cm / 7.5")

For the Secret Sauce

  • 3/4 cup plant-based yogurt (unsweetened)
  • 2 tbsp reduced-fat mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cooking salt

For Serving

  • 4 whole wheat pita bread, warmed
  • 2 tomatoes, halved and sliced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely sliced
  • Iceberg lettuce, finely sliced

Instructions

  1. Make the Sauce: Mix all the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside to let the flavors meld.
  2. Prepare Kofta Kebabs: In a bowl, mix lentils, chickpeas, garlic, spices, and salt. Shape into logs (about 13cm / 5") and thread onto skewers.
  3. Cook the Kebabs: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high. Cook kebabs for 2 minutes on each side until golden. Remove from heat.
  4. Assemble: Serve the kebabs with pita, sauce, tomatoes, onion, and lettuce. Let everyone build their kebabs.

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