Souvlaki with Lemon

Souvlaki with Lemon is a flavorful Greek BBQ dish featuring tender marinated meat skewers that are grilled to perfection, offering a delightful citrusy twist. This Paleo-friendly recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for a summer cookout.

Souvlaki with Lemon
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Greek
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 300 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Wooden skewers - 4, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Steps

  1. Cut the chicken breast into 2.5 cm cubes and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  3. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated, and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked wooden skewers.
  6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 1 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg
  • Total Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

Tags

GreekPaleoBBQ