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Homemade Doner Kebab Wraps
Serves 4 - 416 kcals per serving
Kcals |
416 |
Fat |
14.0g |
Sat fat |
6.2g |
Carbs |
37.3g |
Sugar |
8.8g |
Fibre |
6.3g |
Protein |
32.7g |
Salt |
2.17g |
Ingredients
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp oregano, dried
- ½ tsp dried mixed herbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper, ground
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 500g lamb mince, 10% fat
- 2 tomatoes, sliced
- 1 yellow pepper, deseeded and chopped
- Large handful of fresh coriander, chopped
- 4 heaped tbsp of 0% fat Greek yogurt
- 4 wholemeal wraps
Method
- Peel the onion and cut in half. Finely dice half the onion and set the other half aside.
- Place the chopped onion, oregano, dried herbs, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, pepper and lamb mince in a food processor and mix together. You can also use your hands if you need to – just make sure the mixture is as smooth as possible.
- Squash the mixture together into a loaf shape and wrap tightly in foil.
- Slice the remaining onion and layer it at the bottom of the slow cooker to stop the foil sticking, before placing the foil parcel on top.
- Cook on low for 5½ hours (or around 3 hours on high). Try not to check too early to avoid it drying out.
- Once removed from the slow cooker, thinly slice the meatloaf into kebab strips.
- In the centre of each wrap, place tomato slices, pepper, kebab strips, coriander and drizzle with a tablespoon of yogurt. Wrap and enjoy!
Chicken Tikka Kebabs with Yellow Rice
Serves 4 - 494 kcals per serving
Kcals |
494 |
Fat |
7.8g |
Sat fat |
1.0g |
Carbs |
63.0g |
Sugar |
7.5g |
Fibre |
4.6g |
Protein |
45.0g |
Salt |
1.71g |
Ingredients
- 500g chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 green pepper, deseeded, cut into large chunks
- 1 red pepper, deseeded, cut into large chunks
- 1 red onion, peeled, cut into large chunks
- 100g Tikka curry paste
- 300g 0% fat Greek yogurt
- 250g basmati rice, rinsed
- ½ tsp turmeric
- Salt and pepper to season
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
Method
- Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes (this helps to stop them burning). In a bowl, mix together the curry paste and Greek yogurt. Add the chicken cubes to the paste, making sure all pieces are nicely covered. Chill in the fridge.
- Shake off any excess marinade from the chicken and thread the chicken pieces, onion and peppers onto the skewers. If there is any marinade left, smear it over the kebabs.
- Put the skewers in the fridge to chill while you prepare the rice and fire up the barbecue.
- Bring a small pan of water to the boil. Add the rice, turmeric and seasoning to the pan and cook the rice according to the pack instructions.
- Meanwhile, grill the skewers on the barbecue for about 15-20 minutes, turning throughout until cooked and nicely browned.
- Serve the skewers on a bed of rice, squeeze over a little lime juice. Enjoy!
Tip! The kebabs can be cooked under a grill instead of a barbecue.
Mixed Vegetable Kebabs
Serves 4 - 139 kcals per serving
Kcals |
139 |
Fat |
2.8g |
Sat fat |
0.4g |
Carbs |
22.3g |
Sugar |
13.9g |
Fibre |
7.8g |
Protein |
6.7g |
Salt |
0.46g |
Ingredients
- 400g cherry tomatoes
- 2 courgettes, thickly sliced
- 1 large red onion, peeled, cut into large chunks
- 1 red pepper, deseeded, cut into large chunks
- 1 yellow pepper, deseeded, cut into large chunks
- 2 corn on the cobs, sliced into 2cm rounds
- Frylight
- 3 tsp of fajita seasoning
- 2 tsp of chilli flakes
Method
- Soak 12 wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes (this helps to stop them burning).
- Skewer the vegetables onto each one, mixing the order to make them nice and colourful.
- Spray the vegetables with Frylight and season with the fajita seasoning and chilli flakes.
- Grill on a barbecue for 15 minutes, turning regularly, until the vegetables are cooked and starting to char.
Tip! The kebabs can be cooked under a grill instead of a barbecue.
Mushroom and Halloumi Pitta Kebabs
Serves 4 - 335 kcals per serving
Kcals |
335 |
Fat |
11.6g |
Sat fat |
7.0g |
Carbs |
31.8g |
Sugar |
6.1g |
Fibre |
6.9g |
Protein |
23.3g |
Salt |
1.88g |
Ingredients
- 200g lighter halloumi, sliced
- 8 portobello mushrooms, stalks removed
- Frylight
- Salt and pepper to season
- 4 wholemeal pitta breads
- 1 red onion, peeled and sliced
- 1 red pepper, deseeded and sliced
- Large handful of rocket
Method
- Fire up the barbecue to medium-high. Spray the halloumi and mushrooms with Frylight and season well.
- Grill on the barbecue for 10-15 minutes until the cheese turns golden and the mushrooms have softened.
- Toast the pittas and slice open to make pockets. Fill each pitta with a mix of mushrooms, halloumi, red onion, pepper and rocket. Enjoy!
Tip! The kebabs can be cooked under a grill instead of a barbecue.
Prawn and Chorizo Kebab Appetisers
Serves 4 - 115 kcals per serving
Kcals |
115 |
Fat |
7.0g |
Sat fat |
2.5g |
Carbs |
0.8g |
Sugar |
0.4g |
Fibre |
0.6g |
Protein |
12.8g |
Salt |
1.48g |
Ingredients
- 80g chorizo sausage, sliced
- 24 cooked king prawns
- Frylight
- Smoked paprika
- 1 lime, sliced
- 2 tsp fresh coriander, chopped
Method
- Soak 12 small wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes (this helps to stop them burning).
- Skewer 2 slices of chorizo and 2 king prawns alternatively onto the skewers. With the chorizo, put the skewer through the length of the slices, rather than through the middle.
- Spray with Frylight and season with the smoked paprika.
- Grill on the barbecue for 10-15 minutes until the chorizo is starting to crisp.
- Squeeze over a little lime juice, garnish with coriander and serve.
Tip! The kebabs can be cooked under a grill instead of a barbecue.
Nutritionist Beth Furness (ANutr), holding a BSc in Nutrition and Health, is deeply dedicated to applying evidence-based knowledge to all aspects of nutrition. Her passion lies in fostering healthy relationships with food, ensuring that everyone maintains a balanced and sustainable approach to nutrition.