Pork Souvlaki with Greek Salad and Rice
With the six monthly family visit to the dentist after school today I needed something fairly quick and easy to cook on our return. I already had the pork from a yellow sticker haul last week. So grabbed that out off the freezer this morning. These pork skewers can be cooked on a BBQ, but the weather isnt quite there yet, so I used the grill in the oven instead today.
With the six monthly family visit to the dentist after school today I needed something fairly quick and easy to cook on our return. I already had the pork from a yellow sticker haul last week. So grabbed that out off the freezer this morning. These pork skewers can be cooked on a BBQ, but the weather isnt quite there yet, so I used the grill in the oven instead today.
- 2 cloves garlic grated
- 4 pork loin steaks cut into cubes. (â£1.56).
- 4 tbsp olive oil (pennies)
- 1 lemon zest and juice. (20p)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (pennies)
- 1 onion finely chopped (11p)
- 1 red onion cut in half and thinly sliced (12p)
- rice (50p)
- 3 tomatoes chopped (30p)
- half a cucumber chopped (30p)
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar (pennies)
- 25 g feta cheese crumbled (25p)
- under â£3.50 | 20 minutes to cook | quick to prepa
- Carbohydrate 12.724325 g
- Cholesterol 5.5625 mg
- Fat 1.663 g
- Fiber 3.36350001633167 g
- Protein 2.787925 g
- Saturated Fat 0.99581 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (183g)
- Sodium 77.7975 mg
- Sugar 9.36082498366833 g
- Trans Fat 0.18615 g
- Calories 64 calories
Step-by-step
- I plonked a little of the oil in a pan and softened the onions, before adding them to the rice with a little weak vegetable stock mix and cooking it in the rice cooker.
- I mixed 2 tbsp oil, garlic, lemon zest and juice with 1 tsp of oregano and lots of black pepper in a bowl, before chucking the pork in and giving it a good mix. Leave these marinading, while you make the salad.
- When ready, thread the pork on to the skewers and grill for about 4 minutes on each side.
- I added the red onion, cucumber and tomatoes to a bowl and then added a small amount of lemon juice, the red wine vinegar and small amount of oregano and the remaining oil and gave it a good mix before crumbling the feta cheese over the top.
My Go-To Weeknight Meal: Pork Souvlaki with Greek Salad and Rice
As a busy mom, finding time to cook a delicious and healthy meal after a long day can feel like an impossible task. Between school pick-ups, dentist appointments (oh, the joys of childhood!), and tackling the endless to-do list, the last thing I want is to spend hours slaving over a hot stove. That's why I've developed a repertoire of quick, easy, and surprisingly flavorful meals that are perfect for busy weeknights. This Pork Souvlaki with Greek salad and rice recipe is a shining example.
This recipe isn't just quick; it's budget-friendly too! I often find myself grabbing ingredients from reduced-price sections of the supermarket. This week, it was pork loin steaks that inspired this meal, which I cleverly used in my souvlaki. The beauty of this recipe is its adaptability. You can easily swap ingredients based on what you have on hand or what's on sale. The core flavors – garlic, lemon, oregano, and a touch of red wine vinegar – work beautifully with so many variations.
The preparation is a breeze. While the rice cooks in my handy rice cooker (a kitchen gadget I highly recommend for busy cooks!), I can whip up the marinade and the vibrant Greek salad in a matter of minutes. The marinade, a simple mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, and a generous amount of black pepper, infuses the pork with incredible flavor. The pork itself cooks quickly on the grill pan or even under the broiler, allowing for a perfectly satisfying and tender result.
The Greek salad is the perfect complement to the souvlaki. The combination of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sharp red onion, salty feta cheese, and a light vinaigrette is a refreshing counterpoint to the richness of the pork. I love the simplicity of this salad; it requires minimal chopping and comes together in just a few minutes.
This meal is not only delicious but also incredibly satisfying. The lean protein from the pork keeps me feeling full and energized throughout the evening, while the healthy fats and complex carbohydrates provide sustained energy. It's a complete meal that doesn't leave me feeling sluggish or bloated.
Why I Love This Recipe:
- Quick and Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes!
- Budget-Friendly: Uses affordable ingredients.
- Adaptable: Easily customize with what you have on hand.
- Healthy and Delicious: A balanced and flavorful meal.
- Family-Friendly: A hit with both kids and adults!
Beyond the weeknight convenience, this dish is also perfect for casual gatherings. It's impressive enough to serve to guests yet simple enough to prepare without stress. The colorful presentation of the souvlaki and the vibrant Greek salad adds a touch of elegance to any table. Serve it with a glass of chilled white wine for a truly delightful experience. This recipe will quickly become a staple in your dinner rotation, bringing a touch of Mediterranean sunshine to your weeknights. Enjoy!
