Low Sodium Lamb Souvlaki
Elevate your grilling game with this flavorful and heart-healthy *Low Sodium Lamb Souvlaki*, a Greek-inspired dish that's perfect for those watching their salt intake. Tender cubes of marinated lamb are infused with Mediterranean flavors from creamy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs like oregano, rosemary, and thyme. Skewered alongside vibrant bell peppers and red onions, this dish offers a colorful, nutrient-packed twist on traditional souvlaki. With a quick marinade and minimal cooking time, it's an ideal recipe for busy weeknights or summer BBQs. Serve these juicy skewers hot off the grill with warm pita, a dollop of homemade tzatziki, or a crisp garden salad for a wholesome, low-sodium meal that doesn’t sacrifice an ounce of flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1000 grams Lamb leg, boneless and cubed
- 125 grams Greek yogurt
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 30 ml Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Oregano, dried
- 1 teaspoon Rosemary, dried
- 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 Red bell pepper, cubed
- 1 Green bell pepper, cubed
- 1 Red onion, cut into large chunks
- 8 Skewers, metal or soaked wooden
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the cubed lamb to the marinade, and toss until all pieces are well coated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld, or overnight for best results.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
Preheat the grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated lamb, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion onto the skewers, alternating between pieces.
Place the skewers on the grill, cooking each side for about 3-4 minutes, or until the lamb has reached your desired level of doneness and has a slight char.
Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the lamb souvlaki hot, accompanied by your choice of sides such as pita bread, tzatziki sauce, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 258.4 g | 331% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.2 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 804 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 757 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 192.5 g | 385% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 3277 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.
