DASH-friendly Greek souvlaki with oregano-lemon chicken, homemade tzatziki, and a simple Greek salad. No pita needed — the protein and veg are the star.

Ingredients

Chicken:

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Wooden skewers (soaked)

Tzatziki:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or full fat)
  • 1/2 English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Salad:

  • 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Dried oregano

Sides:

  • 1 1/2 cups brown rice or orzo
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken cubes in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, paprika, and pepper for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
  2. Make tzatziki: combine all ingredients, refrigerate until serving.
  3. Thread chicken onto skewers. Grill over medium-high 4-5 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
  4. Toss salad ingredients together.
  5. Serve skewers over rice with tzatziki, salad, and lemon wedges.

Notes

DASH-friendly: Greek yogurt adds calcium and potassium. Olives have healthy fats. The lemon-herb marinade means zero need for salt. Swap brown rice for cauliflower rice to cut carbs.