Grilled Turkey Skewers with Asparagus, Strawberries, and Ricotta Basil Lemon Marinade

Name: Grilled Turkey Skewers with Asparagus, Strawberries, and Ricotta Basil Lemon Marinade
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión mediterránea
Ingredients: 24 oz skinless turkey breast, cut into 1.25-inch cubes; 10.5 oz asparagus; 8 oz firm strawberries; 2/3 cup ricotta cheese; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 tbsp lemon juice; 1 lemon lemon zest; 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh basil, chopped; 3 cloves garlic; 1 tbsp honey; 1 1/4 tsp fine salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 8 pieces metal or wooden skewers

An original grill recipe that pairs juicy turkey cubes with tender asparagus and fresh strawberries, all coated in a creamy ricotta, basil, garlic, and lemon marinade. The result is a balanced, aromatic, lightly caramelized skewer perfect for a light meal or outdoor gathering.

30 minPrep

12 minCook

42 minTotal

4Servings

Gluten-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

Adjust servings

700 g skinless turkey breast, cut into 1.25-inch cubes (for ensartar fácilmente)
300 g asparagus (without the parte dura, cut en trozos of 4 cm)
220 g firm strawberries (whole si son small or partidas a the mitad si son large)
160 g ricotta cheese (base of the adobo)
30 ml olive oil (divided)
45 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 unit lemon zest (solo the parte amarilla)
12 g fresh basil, chopped (more extra for terminar)
3 cloves garlic (finely chopped or grated)
15 ml honey (for equilibrar the acidez)
8 g fine salt (or to taste)
2 g black pepper (freshly ground)
1 g red pepper flakes (optional)
8 pieces metal or wooden skewers (si son of madera, remojarlas 30 minutos)

Nutrition facts

per serving

318 kcal

Calories

44 g

Protein

10 g

Carbs

11 g

Fat

2 g

Fiber

8 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Dairy

Instructions

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1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 425 °F / 220 °C.
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2. In a large bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped basil, garlic, honey, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until you have a smooth, creamy marinade.
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3. Add the turkey cubes to the bowl and toss well to coat them in the marinade. Let stand for 15 minutes in a cool spot while you prepare the vegetables and fruit.
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4. In another bowl, toss the asparagus and strawberries with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and an extra pinch of salt to help them brown evenly on the grill.
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5. Thread the skewers, alternating turkey, asparagus, and strawberries until you have 8 skewers. Spoon any remaining marinade over the turkey pieces.
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6. Clean and lightly oil the grill grates. Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 10 to 12 minutes at 425 °F / 220 °C, turning every 2 to 3 minutes, until the turkey is fully cooked, nicely marked, and reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F / 74 °C.
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7. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 3 minutes. Finish with a little extra fresh basil if desired and serve immediately.

Chef tips

To keep the strawberries from falling apart, use firm, ripe berries that are not overly soft. Cut the turkey into evenly sized cubes for even cooking. If the ricotta is very thick, loosen it with 1 extra teaspoon of lemon juice.

Substitutions

You can substitute the turkey breast with chicken breast in the same amount. Ricotta can be replaced with well-whisked requeson or blended cottage cheese for a similar texture. If you do not have basil, use a mix of parsley and a little fresh mint.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
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Teakhaus Teak Cutting Board
Stable base for chopping
- Stable surface for chopping
- Gentle on your knife edge
- Hand-wash and let it dry
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