Grilled Shrimp Souvlaki with Cucumber Cilantro Tzatziki
Recipe Information
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 35 Minutes
Total Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Cucumber Cilantro Tzatziki:
- ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 cucumbers
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- salt and black pepper, to taste
For Assembly:
- small red onion, cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick rings
- 1 tsp olive oil + more for brushing grill
- 4 whole-grain pita
- 8 small romaine or bib lettuce leaves (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Rinse shrimp and pat dry. In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon cilantro, 1 tablespoon dill, and 1 minced garlic clove. Add shrimp and toss to combine. Marinate for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While shrimp marinates, use a vegetable peeler to cut cucumbers into lengthwise ribbons, discarding the seeded core.
In a serving bowl, combine 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons cilantro, 1 tablespoon dill, and 1 minced garlic clove. Add cucumber ribbons and toss with the yogurt mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Toss onion rings with 1 teaspoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 8-10 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
Heat a lightly oiled, well-seasoned cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp, turning once, for about 5 minutes total or until bright pink and cooked through. Transfer to a plate, cover, and keep warm.
Grill or toast pita until golden brown and slightly crisp.
Place pita on 4 serving plates. Top evenly with cucumber cilantro tzatziki, grilled shrimp, roasted onions, and lettuce leaves if desired. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Suggested wine pairing
