Which Foods Are Low in Carbs? Try This Light yet Rich Dish!

Do you long for food that’s light yet rich? Try our delicious marinated chicken skewers with zucchini, paired with buttery herb cauliflower rice and a hint of feta cheese.

Let’s face it: Eating is such a pleasure for a reason. Skewers evoke backyard barbecues, food trucks, and al fresco dining. They can be customized to your taste with various meats and veggies. Plus, the classic way to cook them—over an open flame—gives them a distinctive smoky flavor.

In this dish, tender marinated chicken is threaded with zucchini, adding a natural sweetness. The secret to elevating the chicken is giving it time to marinate. A few hours will do, but an overnight marinade allows the lemon, garlic, herbs, and spices to truly shine. Served with fresh cauliflower rice, this combination is a game-changer. Unlike regular rice, which can leave you feeling heavy and bloated, cauliflower rice is low in carbs, high in fiber, and great for absorbing sauces and spices. In this case, it’s mixed with butter and dried herbs. Before serving, don’t forget to sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese over the skewers and rice! The feta’s rich, salty flavor adds a Mediterranean touch.

Greek Chicken Skewers with Cauliflower Rice (Serves 4)

For the skewers:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 medium lemon (juice and zest)
• 4 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 24 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into 3/4-inch thick pieces)
• 1/4 cup feta cheese (for garnish)

For the cauliflower rice:

• 400 grams cauliflower (riced)
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prep all ingredients. Cut chicken into 1 – 1 1/2 inch cubes and zucchinis into ~ 3/4 inch thick slices.
2. Make the marinade. Combine olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, paprika, rosemary, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Marinate the chicken. Pour the marinade over the chicken and cover with plastic wrap. Marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
4. Prep the grill. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Alternate chicken and zucchini cubes on skewers.
5. Grill the skewers. Grill for 3 minutes per side, rotating 1/4 turn while cooking. The chicken is done when charred and fully cooked.
6. Make the cauliflower rice. Melt butter in a pan over medium-high heat, then add riced cauliflower. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, and stir often until moisture releases.
7. Serve. Once the cauliflower is tender-crisp, serve with the skewers. Sprinkle with feta cheese and enjoy!

Per serving: 545 calories, 43.1g fat, 7.8g net carbs, 34.0g protein.