Chicken Skewers with Meyer Lemon Salsa

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Chicken Skewers with Meyer Lemon Salsa
45 min.
6
168kcal

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Looking for a deliciously refreshing dish that’s perfect for any meal of the day? Look no further than our Chicken Skewers with Meyer Lemon Salsa! This gluten-free recipe is not only packed with flavor but also brings the bright, zesty notes of Meyer lemons to the forefront, making it a delightful dining experience.

Imagine tender pieces of marinated chicken thighs, grilled to perfection, served alongside a vibrant salsa bursting with the unique sweetness of Meyer lemons, crunchy cucumber, and a hint of spice from serrano chile. Each bite is a celebration of fresh ingredients, bringing sunshine to your plate.

Preparing this dish is a breeze! In just 45 minutes, you can serve up to six people with a nutritious and satisfying main course that boasts only 168 calories per serving. The marinade, infused with garlic, cilantro, and a touch of turmeric, elevates the chicken, ensuring every skewer is juicy and utterly delicious.

Whether you're hosting a casual lunch, family dinner, or even a summer barbecue, these chicken skewers are sure to impress. They’re easy to make ahead of time and can be grilled outside or broiled in your kitchen, offering flexibility for any occasion. So fire up the grill or heat the broiler, and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as delightful as it is wholesome!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon coriander seeds 
  • 0.5 cup cucumber english finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove coarsely chopped
  • servings kosher salt 
  •  lemon zest 
  • tablespoons spring onion divided thinly sliced
  •  serrano chiles with seeds), finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup yogurt plain
  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into 1 1/2" pieces
  • pinch sugar 
  • teaspoon turmeric 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • knife
  • blender
  • grill
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Using a sharp knife, cut all peel and whitepith from lemons; discard. Working over amedium bowl, cut between membranes torelease segments into bowl; squeeze in juicefrom membranes and discard membranes.Strain juice into another bowl.
  2. Combine segments, 1 tablespoon strainedlemon juice (reserve remaining juice foranother use), cucumber, 2 tablespoons scallions,and chile in a small bowl; mix well. Stir insugar; season salsa with salt and set aside.
  3. Place chicken in a medium bowl andseason with salt and pepper. In a mini-processoror blender, purée 1/4 cup cilantro,yogurt, vegetable oil, garlic, coriander, andturmeric.
  4. Pour marinade over chicken; tossto coat.
  5. Let marinate at room temperaturefor 20 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  6. Let stand atroom temperature for 30 minutes beforecontinuing.
  7. Preheat broiler. Thread 4 pieces ofchicken onto each skewer and transfer toa foil-lined baking sheet. Broil, turning onceand watching closely to prevent burning,until browned and cooked through, about8 minutes. (Alternatively, grill skewers overmedium-high heat on a gas grill or overmedium heat on a charcoal grill.)
  8. Transferskewers to plates. Spoon Meyer lemonsalsa over chicken.
  9. Garnish with remaining2 tablespoons cilantro and 1 tablespoon scallions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories168kcal
Protein55.33%
Fat38.78%
Carbs5.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.27
Glycemic Load
0.32
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
10.897391381471%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.28mg
Hesperetin
0.37mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168.4kcal
8.42%
Fat:7.08g
10.9%
Saturated Fat:1.55g
9.66%
Carbohydrates:2.42g
0.81%
Net Carbohydrates:1.92g
0.7%
Sugar:1.27g
1.41%
Cholesterol:107.93mg
35.98%
Sodium:304.14mg
13.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.73g
45.47%
Selenium:26.29µg
37.56%
Vitamin B3:6.42mg
32.11%
Vitamin B6:0.54mg
27.17%
Phosphorus:236.4mg
23.64%
Vitamin K:16.9µg
16.09%
Vitamin B5:1.47mg
14.71%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.82%
Vitamin B12:0.79µg
13.13%
Zinc:1.9mg
12.69%
Potassium:353.6mg
10.1%
Magnesium:32.62mg
8.16%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.8%
Iron:1.23mg
6.86%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.95%
Copper:0.09mg
4.42%
Calcium:40.48mg
4.05%
Vitamin C:2.81mg
3.41%
Vitamin E:0.45mg
2.98%
Folate:10.2µg
2.55%
Vitamin A:121.11IU
2.42%
Fiber:0.5g
2.02%
Source:Epicurious