Souvlaki
Souvlaki features juicy, marinated pork threaded with onions and green bell peppers, then grilled for a smoky char and tender bite. The blend of olive oil, soy, lemon, garlic, and oregano creates a bright, savory finish that pairs well with warm pita or simple salads. Ideal for backyard grilling or casual dinners where bold, Mediterranean flavors shine.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Souvlaki, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 80
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Assemble all the ingredients.
- 2
In a large glass bowl, combine the oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano.
- 3
Add the pork, onions, and bell peppers, then stir until everything is coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 5
Take the pork and vegetables out of the marinade and shake off the excess; thread them onto skewers. Discard the remaining marinade.
- 6
Grill on the preheated grill, turning often, until the pork is no longer pink in the center, 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Calories 255.62 kcal Moderate 13%
- Protein 24.11 g Good Source 48%
- Carbohydrate 19.89 g 7%
- Total Fat 9.88 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 2.04 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 72.11 mg High 24%
- Sodium 918.61 mg High 40%
- Dietary Fiber 5.0 g Moderate 18%
- Total Sugars 5.34 g --
- Added Sugars 0.21 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 32.92 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.42 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 434.16 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 169.58 mcg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin C 13.24 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Soy 🌱
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Souvlaki is a Greek dinner recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Dried Oregano, Garlic, Green Bell Pepper, and Lemon. Each serving provides about 255.62 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Souvlaki?
- It is a Greek recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Souvlaki made of?
- The main ingredients are Dried Oregano, Garlic, Green Bell Pepper, Lemon, Olive Oil. The full list of 9 is above.
- What goes well with Souvlaki?
- Explore these Greek side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Souvlaki?
- About 40 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 255.62 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Souvlaki easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Souvlaki healthy?
- Souvlaki has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 255.62 calories and 24.11 g of protein, or 48% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 918.61 mg (40% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.04 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Soy, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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