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Grilled Greek Meatball Kabobs with Artichokes and Cherry Tomatoes

Grilled Greek Meatball Kabobs with Artichokes and Cherry Tomatoes
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Serves: 6
Grilled Greek Meatball Kabobs with Artichokes and Cherry Tomatoes

add new flair to the weekly grilling routine

I was inspired by a recipe I read in Family Circle magazine while waiting at the dentist office.  My son loves meatballs, so I am naturally drawn to making them and throwing them on the grill is a bonus.  The herbs, garlic and feta are a great combination with the lean turkey meat and the baby artichokes grill very well. This dinner is a great break from typical kabobs.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tablespoon thyme finely chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon oregano finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey
  • 1/3 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon oregano finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon thyme finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 clove garlic crushed or minced
  • 1/3 cup feta cheese (I use reduced fat)
  • 6 baby artichokes
  • 12 cherry tomatoes

Directions

  • Prepare grill and heat to medium-high heat.


  • In a bowl whisk together dressing ingredients until while combined (3 tablespoons white wine vinegar, 1/2 tablespoon thyme finely chopped, 1/2 tablespoon oregano finely chopped, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon olive oil, pinch of salt).  Set aside.

  • In another bowl, combine the turkey, bread crumbs, egg whites, oregano, thyme, salt, garlic and cheese and form into approximately 12 meatballs.

  • Clean artichokes and remove few top layers of leaves until light green leaves are exposed. Slice off stem and peel any remaining dark green from the bottom. Cut the top half inch of the artichoke off and discard. Slice the remaining in half.

  • Thread two artichoke halves, two meatballs and 2 cherry tomato on six bamboo skewers.

  • Pour the dressing on the meatballs and veggies, making sure they are coated

  • Grill on medium high heat for about 15 minutes or until meat is fully cooked.

  • When meat is fully cooked serve