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Greek Lamb Souvlaki with a Garlic Yogurt Dip
Tender char-grilled seasoned Lamb Souvlaki Skewers with red capsicum/bell pepper pieces and red onion; served with a garlicky yogurt dip, a refreshing Greek side salad and warmed flatbreads.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Refrigerate
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 30 mins
Servings: 8 skewers
Calories: 330 kcal
Course:
Lunch , Dinner
Cuisine:
Greek
Ingredients
Souvlaki Skewers:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme coarsely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons parsley coarsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 1 medium lemon juiced
- 2 lbs lean lamb diced into 1 ½-inch cubes
- 1 medium red onion cut into 1 ½ inch pieces
- 1 medium red capsicum/bell pepper cut into 1 ½ inch pieces
- 8 Wooden skewers or metal
- 1 pinch sea salt and ground pepper
Additional
- 4 small pita bread, halved or 8 small Tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
Garlic Yogurt Sauce:
- ½ medium cucumber finely grated
- 1 clove garlic crushed
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- 1 cup fat free greek yogurt
- 1 squeeze lemon juice
- 1 pinch sea salt to taste
Greek Side Salad:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
- 1 medium cucumber sliced
- 2 tablespoons kalamata olives pitted and sliced
- 3 ½ oz feta cheese reduced fat
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar adjust to your tastes
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 pinch sea salt to taste
Instructions
For the Souvlaki:
- Combine the oil together with the herbs and spices, garlic and lemon juice; whisk well and mix the lamb through to coat evenly. Cover with wrap and refrigerate for 2-4 hours (or over night for a deeper flavour).
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes (to prevent burning). Assemble the skewers alternating with 1 piece of onion, 1 piece of capsicum, and 1 piece of lamb. Repeat until all skewers are full. Sprinkle salt over the skewered lamb.
- Heat a skillet/frying pan, griddle pan or barbecue, and cook the lamb for 15 - 20 minutes; turning once throughout cooking time until browned and crispy on both sides and cooked to your liking.
Cup of Yum
For the bread:
- Heat a separate Grill pan on low-medium heat; brush with oil and place bread (two at a time) onto pan; flipping once until heated through.
Garlic Yogurt Dip:
- Combine all ingredients together and mix until combined. Squeeze over some lemon juice (about ½ teaspoon or more) and set aside.
Salad:
- Combine all ingredients into a bowl and mix them through until well combined.
Notes
- Feeling indulgent? Try putting the Souvlaki meat into a pita bread along with the yogurt and some crispy potato fries!
Nutrition Information
Serving
1g
Calories
330kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
23g
(8%)
Protein
18g
(36%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
0.001g
Cholesterol
44mg
(15%)
Sodium
392mg
(16%)
Potassium
401mg
(11%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
824IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
32mg
(36%)
Calcium
153mg
(15%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8skewers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 330
% Daily Value*
Serving | 1g | |
Calories | 330kcal | 17% |
Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
Protein | 18g | 36% |
Fat | 18g | 28% |
Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
Trans Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
Sodium | 392mg | 16% |
Potassium | 401mg | 9% |
Fiber | 2g | 8% |
Sugar | 4g | 8% |
Vitamin A | 824IU | 16% |
Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
Calcium | 153mg | 15% |
Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.