Ingredients

  • Kebabs:
  • 3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads, crushed
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces)
  • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces)
  • 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 8 ounces)
  • Cooking spray
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Raita:
  • 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
  • 1/3 cup diced seeded tomato
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, grated, and squeezed dry
  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon minced seeded jalapeno pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

  • To prepare kebabs, combine the first 12 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator overnight, turning bag occasionally.
  • Prepare grill.
  • Remove chicken from bag; discard marinade. Thread chicken, onion, bell pepper, and zucchini alternately on each of 8 (12-inch) wooden skewers. Coat kebabs with cooking spray, and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Place kebabs on grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 25 minutes or until chicken is done, turning occasionally. Remove from grill; keep warm.
  • To prepare raita, combine 1/2 cup yogurt and remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Serve with kebabs.