Heart-Healthy Greek Souvlaki
Elevate your grilling game with this **Heart-Healthy Greek Souvlaki**, a flavorful and nutritious twist on a Mediterranean classic. Featuring tender cubes of marinated chicken breast seasoned with aromatic oregano, thyme, garlic, and fresh lemon juice, this dish delivers bold flavor in every bite. Skewered alongside vibrant red bell peppers and onions, the chicken is grilled to perfection, creating a smoky char that pairs beautifully with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce made from low-fat Greek yogurt and diced cucumber. With minimal prep time and wholesome ingredients, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a light and satisfying weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue. Serve with a side of whole-grain pita or fresh salad for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Keywords: heart-healthy recipes, Greek souvlaki, Mediterranean chicken skewers, healthy grilling recipes, homemade tzatziki.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 180 grams low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 8 pieces wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into 2.5 cm (1-inch) cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, pepper, and salt to make the marinade.
Pour the marinade over the chicken cubes, mix well to ensure each piece is coated, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining the Greek yogurt with the remaining tablespoon of lemon juice and the diced cucumber. Stir well and set aside.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, alternating with pieces of red onion and red bell pepper.
Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are slightly charred.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the souvlaki with the prepared tzatziki sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 443 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 1630 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.8 g | ||
| Protein | 178.1 g | 356% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2411 mg | 51% | |
*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.
