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Pork Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Greek Salad Recipe

Pork Souvlaki with Tzatziki and Greek Salad

ai
pork
greek

Ingredients

  • 500 gms (1.11 lbs) pork tenderloin, cubed
  • 60 mls (0.25 cup) olive oil
  • 30 mls (0.13 cup) lemon juice
  • 3 garlic, minced
  • 2 tsps dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 200 gms (0.44 lb) cucumber, grated
  • 250 gms (0.56 lb) Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp dill, chopped
  • 10 mls (0.04 cup) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 100 gms (0.22 lb) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 50 gms (0.11 lb) kalamata olives
  • 15 mls (0.06 cup) red wine vinegar
  • 30 mls (0.13 cup) olive oil for salad

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper for the marinade. Add the cubed pork and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Preheat grill to 200°C (392°F). Thread pork onto skewers.
  3. Grill pork skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
  4. To make Tzatziki, squeeze excess moisture from grated cucumber and mix with Greek yogurt, dill, a pinch of salt, and extra-virgin olive oil.
  5. For the Greek salad, combine sliced red onion, chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumber, crumbled feta, and kalamata olives in a bowl. Dress with red wine vinegar and olive oil, toss to combine.
  6. Serve pork skewers with Tzatziki sauce and Greek salad.

Notes

  • Marinate the pork for at least two hours for maximum flavor.
  • Serve the pork skewers with Tzatziki sauce on the side.
  • Greek salad can be prepared beforehand and chilled.