Heart-Healthy Pork Souvlaki
Savor the Mediterranean flavors of this Heart-Healthy Pork Souvlaki, a delicious, nutritious twist on a classic dish. This recipe uses lean pork tenderloin marinated in a zesty blend of fresh lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Skewered alongside vibrant red onions and colorful bell peppers, the pork is grilled to perfection, offering a smoky char that's balanced with tender, juicy textures. Served in warm whole wheat pita bread and topped with fresh parsley and optional dill yogurt sauce, this easy-to-make souvlaki is perfect for a wholesome dinner or a weekend BBQ. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with heart-healthy ingredients, this recipe delivers bold, satisfying taste without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, mixed colors and cut into chunks
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup dill yogurt sauce (optional)
Instructions
Begin by trimming any visible fat from the pork tenderloin and cutting it into 1-inch cubes.
In a large bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the pork cubes to the marinade, tossing to ensure all pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for deeper flavors.
Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes if using to prevent burning. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Thread pork cubes onto skewers, alternating with slices of red onion and chunks of bell peppers.
Grill the skewers on preheated grill for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are tender yet charred at the edges.
Warm the whole wheat pita breads on the grill for a minute on each side until pliable.
To serve, place a skewer on each pita, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and add a dollop of dill yogurt sauce if using.
Remove the skewers before enjoying the souvlaki wrapped in pita bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1750 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 328 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 4319 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.7 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.7 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 148.9 g | 298% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 531 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 3879 mg | 83% | |
*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.
