Heart-Healthy Beef Kofta

Transform your mealtime with this flavorful and nutritious Heart-Healthy Beef Kofta recipe, a guilt-free twist on a classic Middle Eastern delight! Crafted with lean ground beef and an aromatic blend of cumin, coriander, paprika, and a hint of cinnamon, these koftas are rich in flavor while keeping your heart health in mind. Fresh herbs like parsley and mint add a burst of freshness, while a touch of cayenne pepper offers an optional kick of heat. Cooked to perfection in a skillet with just a drizzle of olive oil, these tender koftas pair beautifully with creamy Greek yogurt and zesty lemon wedges for a balanced, protein-packed meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or healthy entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (to serve)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (to serve)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, finely chopped onion, parsley, mint, minced garlic, ground cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt.

Step 2

Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands, ensuring the spices and herbs are evenly distributed throughout the meat.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into an elongated oval shape, similar to a sausage. Insert soaked wooden skewers or metal skewers into each kofta if desired.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the koftas to the skillet, leaving space between them to cook evenly.

Step 6

Cook the koftas for about 3-4 minutes on each side, turning with tongs until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.

Step 7

Remove from heat and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve the beef koftas with plain Greek yogurt and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1212.3 grams (1212.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1519

Total Fat 83.40g	107%
Saturated Fat 26.40g	132%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 383mg	128%
Sodium 1748mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate 61.00g	22%
Dietary Fiber 20.20g	72%
Total Sugars 22.40g
Protein 139.60g	279%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 999mg	77%
Iron 29mg	158%
Potassium 4011mg	85%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.3%

Protein: 36.0%

Carbs: 15.7%