Healthy Tuna Chickpea Kofta with Harissa Yogurt Dip

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    12 kebabs

  • Calories

    97 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Middle Eastern

Healthy Tuna Chickpea Kofta with Harissa Yogurt Dip

Healthy Tuna Chickpea Kofta with Harissa Yogurt Dip - A light vibrant kebab recipe with bold Middle Eastern flavors. Low carb and high protein!

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Ingredients

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For the Harissa Yogurt Dip:

  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons harissa
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped

For the Tuna Chickpea Kofta:

  • 15 ounces chickpeas, drained (1 can)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons shaved onion
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coriander
  • salt and pepper
  • 12 Wooden skewers
  • 3 cans Genova Yellowfin Tuna in Olive Oil, in Easy-Open Cans, drained (5-ounce cans)
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Soak the wooden skewers in water.

For the Harissa Yogurt Dip:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Chill until ready to serve.

For the Tuna Chickpea Kofta:

  1. Place the drained tuna and chickpeas in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse to combine. Then add the egg, yogurt, onion, mint, garlic, lemon zest and spices. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Puree into a thick paste.
  2. Using a 1 1/2 tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the tuna filling into three balls in a row, touching each other. Gently slide a wooden skewer through all three balls. Use your fingers to seal the seam around the skewers. Repeat.
  3. Bake the kofta in the oven for 15 minutes, flipping once at the 8 minute mark. Allow the kofta to cool on the baking sheet at least 5 minutes before picking up. Garnish with smoked paprika, if desired. Serve warm with dipping sauce!

Notes

  • Can't find harissa? Try substituting tandoori paste for a unique flavor!

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1kebab Calories 97kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 29mg (10%) Sodium 242mg (10%) Potassium 184mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 115IU (2%) Vitamin C 1.2mg (1%) Calcium 52mg (5%) Iron 1.5mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12kebabs

Amount Per Serving

Calories 97 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1kebab
Calories 97kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 242mg 10%
Potassium 184mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 115IU 2%
Vitamin C 1.2mg 1%
Calcium 52mg 5%
Iron 1.5mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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