Low Sodium Pork Souvlaki
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean with this Low Sodium Pork Souvlaki recipe—perfect for a flavorful yet heart-healthy meal. Tender cubes of pork tenderloin are marinated in a vibrant blend of olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and fragrant oregano, then paired with colorful chunks of red onion and bell peppers. Skewered and grilled to perfection, this quick and easy dish boasts smoky, charred flavors without the need for excess salt. Ready in just under an hour, it’s an ideal low-sodium dinner option for busy weeknights or summer cookouts. Serve these juicy pork souvlaki skewers hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, alongside a crisp salad or whole-grain pita bread for a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork tenderloin
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 large Red onion, chopped into large chunks
- 2 medium Bell peppers, chopped into large chunks
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the pork tenderloin and cut it into 1-inch cubes.
In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh oregano, and ground black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the pork cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
While the pork is marinating, prepare the vegetables by chopping the red onion and bell peppers into large chunks.
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated pork, red onion, and bell pepper pieces onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between each ingredient.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are slightly charred.
Serve skewers hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the cooked pork souvlaki.
Enjoy your low sodium pork souvlaki with a side of fresh salad or whole-grain pita bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.6 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 617 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 3089 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 227.1 g | 454% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 4788 mg | 102% | |
*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.
