Description
Enjoy a flavorful and healthy Greek-inspired meal with these Simple Greek Ground Turkey Kabobs. Combining lean ground turkey with fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and sundried tomato pesto, these kabobs are grilled to perfection for a tender, juicy, and aromatic dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 eggs (slightly beaten to help bind the meat mixture)
- 1/3 cup feta cheese (preferably Athenos crumbles)
- 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp sundried tomato pesto (Mezzetta brand recommended)
- 1.5 tbsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp pepper
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1/4 cup red pepper (finely diced into 1/4-inch pieces)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup spinach (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Soak Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables by finely dicing the red pepper and red onion, mincing the garlic, and finely chopping the spinach and fresh parsley to ensure a consistent texture.
- Mix Flavor Base: In a large bowl, combine the beaten eggs, feta cheese crumbles, diced red pepper, diced red onion, chopped spinach, sundried tomato pesto, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well incorporated and aromatic to build the kabobs’ signature Greek flavor.
- Combine with Turkey: Add ground turkey and panko breadcrumbs to the flavor mixture. Gently mix using hands or a spoon until just combined, taking care not to overwork the meat to keep kabobs tender. Then refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up for easier shaping.
- Preheat Grill: While the mixture chills, preheat your grill to 400°F. If opting for an air fryer, set it to 375°F instead. Remove soaked skewers from water and pat dry before use.
- Shape Kabobs: Take about 1/4 cup of the chilled meat mixture and mold it firmly around each skewer into a 4-inch cylindrical shape. Pack gently to ensure the mixture holds together but remains tender.
- Grill Kabobs: Place the molded kabobs on the preheated grill grates. Cook for 18–20 minutes, turning every 4–5 minutes to achieve even cooking and a golden-brown crust. Kabobs are fully cooked when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F and have a nicely browned exterior.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning on the grill.
- Use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular for a lighter, airier texture.
- Resting the meat mixture in the fridge helps flavors meld and makes kabobs easier to shape.
- Frequent turning during grilling promotes even browning and prevents drying out.
- Internal temperature of 165°F ensures the turkey is safely cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Keywords: Greek kabobs, ground turkey kabobs, grilled kabobs, healthy Greek recipe, turkey kebabs, sundried tomato pesto recipe
