Greek Style Hot Dogs
Elevate your backyard barbecue with these irresistible Greek-Style Hot Dogs, a Mediterranean-inspired twist on an all-American classic. Juicy beef or pork hot dogs are grilled to perfection and nestled in toasty buns, then topped with creamy tzatziki sauce, tangy crumbled feta cheese, and a medley of fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and Kalamata olives. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of dried oregano add a fragrant, herbaceous finish, while optional lemon wedges provide a zesty burst of flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant, flavor-packed recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners, summer get-togethers, or anytime you're craving a gourmet take on the humble hot dog.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Hot dog buns
- 4 Beef or pork hot dogs
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
- 0.5 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 0.5 cup Diced cucumber
- 0.5 cup Diced tomato
- 0.25 cup Sliced red onions
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 4 Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Preheat your grill or stovetop griddle over medium heat.
2. Cook the hot dogs for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are evenly browned and heated through.
3. While the hot dogs are cooking, lightly toast the buns on the grill or in a toaster for about 1-2 minutes, or until they are warm and slightly crispy.
4. Prepare the toppings: dice the cucumber, tomato, and red onion, and slice the Kalamata olives if not done already.
5. To assemble, place a cooked hot dog inside each bun.
6. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of tzatziki sauce over each hot dog.
7. Top with diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, sliced olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
8. Drizzle each hot dog with a small amount of olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of dried oregano.
9. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, if desired, for an extra burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 1326 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 17.7 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 420 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
