Turkey Shawarma with Tomato Relish and Tahini Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Turkey Shawarma with Tomato Relish and Tahini Sauce
45 min.
8
450kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Middle East with this delightful Turkey Shawarma recipe, perfectly paired with a zesty Tomato Relish and creamy Tahini Sauce. This dish is not only a feast for the senses but also a healthy option, as it is completely dairy-free and packed with protein. In just 45 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that serves up to eight people, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual dinner parties.

The star of this recipe is the marinated turkey cutlets, infused with a blend of aromatic spices like turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Grilled to perfection, they offer a juicy and flavorful bite that will leave your guests craving more. The addition of grilled onions adds a sweet and smoky depth, while the pickled eggplant or sour dill pickles provide a tangy crunch that complements the dish beautifully.

Served on warm pita bread, this Turkey Shawarma is not just a meal; it's an experience. The combination of textures and flavors, from the tender turkey to the fresh relish and rich tahini, creates a symphony of taste that is sure to impress. Whether you're looking for a hearty lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves bold and exciting cuisine.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon ground pepper hot
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  • cup dill pickles sour thinly sliced
  • teaspoons ground coriander 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoon pepper white
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided ()
  •  onion cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
  •  wholewheat pita breads whole
  • 2.5 pounds turkey breast cutlets 
  • tablespoon turmeric 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Arrange turkey cutlets in 15x10x2-inch glassbaking dish.
  2. Spread onion slices in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
  3. Mix turmeric, coarsesalt, ground coriander, ground cumin, blackpepper, white pepper, and hot paprika insmall bowl.
  4. Sprinkle onion slices with 1tablespoon spice mixture, then drizzle 2tablespoons olive oil over, turning onions tocoat both sides.
  5. Sprinkle remaining spicemixture over both sides of turkey cutlets,rubbing in spice mixture with fingertipsto coat.
  6. Drizzle 4 tablespoons olive oil overturkey, turning cutlets to coat both sides.Cover and chill onions and turkey at least4 hours and up to 8 hours.
  7. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  8. Brush grill rack with oil.
  9. Brush pita breadswith 2 tablespoons oil. Grill onion slicesuntil tender, about 4 minutes per side. Grillturkey cutlets until cooked through, about3 minutes per side. Grill pita breads untilgrill marks appear, about 2 minutes per side.
  10. Transfer turkey cutlets and onion slices tocutting board and keep pita breads warm.Working in batches, stack several turkeyslices and cut thinly crosswise. Repeatstacking and cutting with onion slices.
  11. Mixtogether turkey and onions in large bowl.
  12. Place 1 pita bread on each of 8 plates.Top with turkey-onion mixture, then
  13. Tomato Relish, Tahini Sauce, and eggplantand serve.
  14. *Eggplant packed in a pickling brine of water,vinegar, salt, herbs, and spices; sold atMiddle Eastern markets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories450kcal
Protein36.75%
Fat31.53%
Carbs31.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.75
Glycemic Load
29.71
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
6.3960869001306%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:450.26kcal
22.51%
Fat:15.7g
24.16%
Saturated Fat:2.1g
13.12%
Carbohydrates:35.54g
11.85%
Net Carbohydrates:33.05g
12.02%
Sugar:1.46g
1.62%
Cholesterol:88.59mg
29.53%
Sodium:1093.61mg
47.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:41.18g
82.36%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.44%
Vitamin E:2.16mg
14.37%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.72%
Vitamin K:12.28µg
11.7%
Iron:1.88mg
10.46%
Fiber:2.5g
9.98%
Calcium:74.25mg
7.43%
Phosphorus:72.36mg
7.24%
Vitamin B3:1.34mg
6.72%
Copper:0.13mg
6.44%
Magnesium:23.86mg
5.97%
Folate:20.79µg
5.2%
Potassium:169.07mg
4.83%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.66%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.16%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.1%
Vitamin C:3mg
3.64%
Vitamin A:141.83IU
2.84%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.69%