Vegetarian Souvlaki

Vegetarian Souvlaki is a delightful Greek dish featuring marinated and grilled vegetables, served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce. It's a perfect meal for BBQ lovers looking for a meat-free option packed with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

• Bell pepper (red) - 1 medium, cut into 2 cm pieces
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced into thick rounds
• Red onion - 1 medium, cut into wedges
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, whole
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Whole wheat pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tzatziki sauce - 100 grams (store-bought or homemade)

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Add the bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and cherry tomatoes to the marinade and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated vegetables onto skewers, alternating between different vegetables.
5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
6. While the vegetables are grilling, warm the pita bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side.
7. Serve the grilled vegetable skewers on the warm pita bread with tzatziki sauce on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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