İskender Kebabı

İskender Kebabı is a classic Turkish dish featuring succulent lamb served on a bed of pita bread, topped with rich tomato sauce and creamy yogurt. This healthy version balances traditional flavors with nutritious ingredients for a delicious and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• Lamb loin or steak - 300 grams, thinly sliced
• Whole wheat pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish, chopped

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the sliced lamb with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. While the lamb marinates, preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Cook the marinated lamb in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
4. In a small saucepan, heat the tomato sauce over low heat until warm.
5. Toast the whole wheat pita bread in a toaster or on a skillet until slightly crispy.
6. To serve, place the toasted pita bread on plates, top with the cooked lamb, drizzle the warmed tomato sauce over the top, and add a dollop of Greek yogurt.
7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle health and recovery.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that may reduce inflammation.

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