Ingredients
For the Souvlaki:
– 1 pound chicken breast or pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Skewers (wooden or metal)
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
– 1 cup Greek yogurt
– 1 cucumber, finely grated
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Salt to taste
– Fresh dill, chopped (optional)
For the Greek Salad:
– 2 cups mixed greens or romaine lettuce
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– ½ red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ¼ cup olives (Kalamata or green)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Souvlaki with Tzatziki & Greek Salad is simple if you follow these steps:
For the Souvlaki:
1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate the Meat: Add the cubed chicken or pork to the marinade. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for enhanced flavor.
3. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Skewer the Meat: Thread the marinated meat onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.
5. Grill the Skewers: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
1. Grate the Cucumber: Use a box grater to finely grate the cucumber. Squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and dill (if using).
3. Chill: Refrigerate the tzatziki sauce until ready to serve.
For the Greek Salad:
1. Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
2. Add Cheese and Olives: Sprinkle feta cheese and olives over the salad.
3. Dress the Salad: Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g