Lamb Kofta Kebabs and Three Quinoa Tabbouleh

Lamb Kofta is a Middle Eastern dish that is made up of ground lamb, onion, garlic and different spices. They can be found both skewered and not, they can be formed into logs, patties or ball shapes. For this dish we have decided to skewer them for easy grilling. To keep this meal healthy we have chosen to serve it with a Quinoa Tabbouleh. This is a deliciously summer-time meal!

Lamb Kofta Kebabs

• 1 lb. - Ground Lamb

• 2 tbsp. - Fresh Mint

• 2 tbsp. - Chopped Parsley

• 1 tbsp. - Minced Garlic

• 1 tbsp. - Minced Shallots or Red Onion

• 1/2 tsp. - Toasted/Ground Coriander Seed

• 1/2 tsp. - Cumin

• 1/2 tsp. - Paprika

• 1/2 tsp. - Red Chili Flakes

• 1/4 tsp. - Kosher or Sea Salt

• 1/4 tsp. - Black Pepper

• Bamboo Skewers

1. Combine all of the ingredients and refrigerate for 1 hour. Soak bamboo skewers in water while meat is in refrigerator.

2. Divide the mixture into 8 portions and form egg shaped balls.

3. Place meat balls on bamboo skewers.

4. Grill for 3 minutes and serve with Tahini sauce and/or Tzatziki sauce.

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Three Quinoa Tabbouleh

• 1 1/2 cups - Three Quinoa Blend

• 3 cups - Chicken Broth

• 1 - Cucumber - split, seeded and fine diced

• 4 firm medium tomatoes - split, scooped and fine diced

• 2 bunches - Minced Parsley

• 1/4 cup - Fresh Mint, minced

• 2 ounces - Fresh squeezed lemon or lime juice

• 2 tbsp. - Extra Virgin Olive Oil

• Salt and Pepper to taste

1. Bring the chicken stock to a simmer. Add the quinoa, stir and cover.

2. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15 minutes.

3. Remove the pan, leaving it covered for 10 minutes.

4. Fluff the quinoa with a fork and spread out on a cookie sheet to cool. Once at room temperature, place in a container and refrigerate until cold.

5. Combine all ingredients and drizzle the mixture with the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.