Low Fat Greek Souvlaki
Indulge guilt-free with this delicious Low Fat Greek Souvlaki recipe, a healthy twist on the classic Mediterranean favorite. Featuring tender chunks of chicken marinated in a tangy blend of low-fat Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic spices, this dish offers robust flavors without extra calories. Vibrant red onions, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp bell peppers are charred to perfection alongside the chicken, creating a wholesome, colorful medley. Served on warm whole wheat pita bread and garnished with fresh parsley, this light and flavorful souvlaki is perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious yet satisfying meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is your go-to for a quick, healthy dinner or an impressive lunch to share. Optimize your healthy cooking with this protein-packed, low-calorie delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 100 grams Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 medium Red onion
- 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 2 medium Bell peppers
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into small cubes, approximately 1-inch pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Add the chicken pieces into the marinade and stir to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
While the chicken is marinating, soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
Slice the red onion into wedges, halve the cherry tomatoes, and cut the bell peppers into 1-inch squares.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated chicken, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and bell peppers onto the skewers, alternating between each piece.
Grill the skewers for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and has a nice char.
Once cooked, remove the skewers carefully.
Warm the whole wheat pita bread on the grill for about a minute on each side.
Serve the souvlaki by sliding the ingredients off the skewers and onto the warmed pita bread.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1758 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.8 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 442 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 5151 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.2 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 178.4 g | 357% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 331 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3298 mg | 70% | |
*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.
