Heart-Healthy Greek Souvlaki

Elevate your dinner routine with this Heart-Healthy Greek Souvlaki, a lighter spin on a Mediterranean classic that's big on flavor and low on guilt. Tender, marinated chicken breast is infused with a vibrant blend of extra virgin olive oil, zesty lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant herbs like oregano and thyme. Grilled to perfection alongside colorful red bell peppers and onions, these skewers offer a smoky, charred flavor that’s irresistible. Paired with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce made from creamy low-fat Greek yogurt and crisp cucumber, this dish is a feast for both your taste buds and your health goals. Perfectly balanced and ready in just 45 minutes, this high-protein, low-fat meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing summer barbecue.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 180 grams low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 8 pieces wooden or metal skewers

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into 2.5 cm (1-inch) cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, pepper, and salt to make the marinade.

Step 3

Pour the marinade over the chicken cubes, mix well to ensure each piece is coated, and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.

Step 4

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining the Greek yogurt with the remaining tablespoon of lemon juice and the diced cucumber. Stir well and set aside.

Step 5

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Thread the marinated chicken cubes onto skewers, alternating with pieces of red onion and red bell pepper.

Step 7

Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are slightly charred.

Step 8

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve the souvlaki with the prepared tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1227.2 grams (1227.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1359

Total Fat 50.60g	65%
Saturated Fat 11.40g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 443mg	148%
Sodium 1630mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 44.10g	16%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 22.80g
Protein 178.10g	356%

Vitamin D 25IU	125%
Calcium 389mg	30%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 2411mg	51%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.9%

Protein: 53.0%

Carbs: 13.1%