Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, and Mint Kebabs with Greek Salad

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, and Mint Kebabs with Greek Salad
45 min.
4
345kcal

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Are you ready to delight your taste buds with a vibrant and healthy meal? Look no further than these Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, and Mint Kebabs paired with a refreshing Greek Salad. This dish is perfect for those seeking a gluten-free and dairy-free option that doesn’t compromise on flavor. With a blend of aromatic herbs and zesty lemon, these kebabs are not only easy to prepare but also bring a burst of Mediterranean sunshine to your table.

The combination of succulent chicken pieces marinated in fragrant garlic and mint perfectly complements the sweetness of charred red onions. Each bite is a tantalizing mix of flavors that will leave you wanting more. And let’s not forget the bright, crunchy Greek Salad, which adds a fresh contrast to the savory kebabs. It’s a wholesome and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner.

This recipe takes just 45 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends alike. Gather your family or friends and fire up the grill to enjoy a delightful dining experience that’s sure to impress. So why wait? Dive into this delicious dish and savor the goodness of grilled chicken and fresh ingredients, all while keeping your meals healthy and nutritious!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon mint dried
  • bunch mint leaves fresh
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • teaspoon pepper black
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  •  onion red cut into 1-inch pieces
  • servings the salad 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast halves boneless skinless cut into 1-inch pieces

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Mix chicken, 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, mint, oregano, salt, and pepper in medium bowl.
  2. Let marinate 30 minutes.
  3. Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons oil and lemon juice in small bowl to blend.
  4. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Pull off large mint leaves from stems. Alternate chicken, onion, and mint leaves on skewers; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until chicken is just cooked through, turning and basting occasionally with oil-lemon mixture, about 9 minutes.
  5. Serve Greek Salad alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories345kcal
Protein43.73%
Fat48.94%
Carbs7.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
0.91
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.920434925867%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.68mg
Hesperetin
1.19mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
5.66mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:344.83kcal
17.24%
Fat:18.55g
28.54%
Saturated Fat:2.94g
18.36%
Carbohydrates:6.25g
2.08%
Net Carbohydrates:5.24g
1.9%
Sugar:1.41g
1.57%
Cholesterol:108.86mg
36.29%
Sodium:792.01mg
34.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.29g
74.58%
Vitamin B3:18.08mg
90.38%
Selenium:55.21µg
78.87%
Vitamin B6:1.39mg
69.54%
Phosphorus:388.57mg
38.86%
Vitamin B5:2.55mg
25.5%
Potassium:779.36mg
22.27%
Vitamin C:17.52mg
21.24%
Vitamin E:2.45mg
16.37%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.36%
Magnesium:56.35mg
14.09%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.35%
Vitamin K:12.86µg
12.24%
Vitamin A:573.64IU
11.47%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.59%
Iron:1.47mg
8.18%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.94%
Folate:31.49µg
7.87%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.67%
Copper:0.1mg
5.12%
Calcium:40.9mg
4.09%
Fiber:1.01g
4.04%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious