Beefalo Kabobs
Beefalo kabobs are a hearty grilled dish featuring skewered chunks of beefalo meat, often accompanied by vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and zucchini. The dish combines the rich, beef-like flavor of beefalo with the smoky char of grilling, making it a popular choice for outdoor cookouts. It is a modern American creation, rooted in the use of beefalo—a hybrid of cattle and American bison.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Beefalo kabobs are a high-protein, low-carb meal, providing a substantial amount of iron and B vitamins. A typical serving contains around 300-400 calories, with most energy coming from protein and fat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.8 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 240 mg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 skewer (about 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Beefalo meat is nutritionally unique because it often has less fat and cholesterol than conventional beef while maintaining a similar taste, making it a leaner alternative for grilling. Culturally, kabobs themselves are a global concept, but this version showcases a distinctly North American protein source.
