Mediterranean Diet Beef Souvlaki
Elevate your grilling game with this flavorful Mediterranean Diet Beef Souvlaki recipe, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and bold spices that bring the essence of Greece to your table. Tender chunks of beef sirloin are marinated in a zesty mix of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs like oregano, thyme, and cumin, then threaded alongside vibrant red onion and green bell pepper for a colorful, nutrient-packed presentation. Quickly grilled to perfection, these juicy skewers are ideal for busy weeknights or backyard gatherings. Serve with warm whole grain pita, a refreshing Greek salad, and creamy tzatziki to create a balanced, authentic Mediterranean feast. With just minutes of prep and a quick cooking time, this recipe is delicious, heart-healthy, and undeniably satisfying. Perfect for anyone seeking Mediterranean diet-inspired meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 600 grams beef sirloin
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 30 ml lemon juice
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 large red onion
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 8 pieces wooden skewers
Instructions
Cut the beef sirloin into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the beef cubes to the marinade, ensuring that each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
While the beef is marinating, soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes. This prevents them from burning during grilling.
Peel and cut the red onion into 1-inch pieces, and do the same with the green bell pepper. Set them aside.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the marinated beef from the refrigerator and thread the beef, onion, and bell pepper pieces alternately onto the skewers.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the beef is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the beef souvlaki with whole grain pita, Greek salad, and a side of tzatziki sauce for an authentic Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2072 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.0 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.2 g | 221% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 536 mg | 179% | |
| Sodium | 1100 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 164.3 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 2903 mg | 62% | |
*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.
