Seafood Souvlaki

Seafood Souvlaki is a delightful Greek dish featuring marinated shrimp and scallops grilled to perfection, served with a zesty tzatziki sauce. This keto-friendly meal is packed with flavor and is perfect for a light lunch.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 200 grams, peeled and deveined
• Scallops - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Wooden skewers - 4, soaked in water for 30 minutes
• Cucumber - 100 grams, grated
• Greek yogurt - 150 grams
• Fresh dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the shrimp and scallops to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
3. While the seafood is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl. Set aside.
4. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated shrimp and scallops onto the soaked skewers, alternating between the two.
6. Grill the skewers for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the seafood is cooked through and has nice grill marks.
7. Serve the seafood souvlaki hot with the tzatziki sauce on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from seafood, which supports heart health.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.

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