With the New Year in full swing I’ve decided to add another installment to my blog to go along with Medical News Mondays. This will be a great resource for those that have made resolutions and goals for the New Year. If you still haven’t decided to begin exercising and becoming healthier than I suggest you read all about your why your excuses are no good. If you are unsure where to start then begin with something simple like a walk. The new installment will be called Terrific Recipes Tuesday!
Here is your first delicious recipe:
Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Kebabs
This recipe yields 8 servings when prepared as follows and makes a great reheat meal for the next day’s lunch or dinner. Serving size is 2 kebabs (244 calories, 23 g protein, 13 carbohydrates, 10 fat).
Dressing:
1 cup fresh orange juice
2 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
2 teaspoons grated orange rind
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into bite size pieces
2 large oranges
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Cooking spray
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint (garnish)
1) Combine all dressing ingredients except oil, stirring with a whisk. Gradually add oil, stirring constantly with a whisk until well combined. Dressing can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
2) Combine 1/2 cup dressing and chicken in a large zip-top plastic bag. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes, turning bag occasionally.
3) Prepare grill to medium-high heat. A grill top for the stove, George Foreman grill will also work (cooking times may vary).
4) Cut each orange into eight wedges; cut each wedge crosswise into three pieces.
5) Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. Thread chicken and orange pieces alternately onto 16 (10-inch skewers). Sprinkle evenly with salt and pepper. Place kebabs on a grill rack coated with cooking spray and grill 5 minutes on each side until chicken is done, basting occasionally with remaining dressing. Place kebabs on platter and sprinkle with mint.
Recipe taken from: Mayo Clinic. (2011). The essential diabetes healthy eating guide. Time Home Entertainment: New York, p. 96.
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Image: Simon Howden / FreeDigitalPhotos.net