Souvlaki with Tomato ,Almond & Mint Salad
2014-09-18- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Party Ideas
- Course: Main Course
- Skill Level: Easy
Recipe Info
- Servings : 4
- Prep Time : 20m
- Cook Time : 15m
- Ready In : 35m
When walking the streets of the cities of Greece, you’d be hard-pressed not to find a shop selling the nation’s speciality, souvlaki: tender meat skewers marinated in a herb, lemon and oil dressing.
Ingredients
- 1⁄4 cup (60ml) olive oil
- 1tsps finely grated lemon rind
- 1⁄4 cup (60ml) lemon juice
- 1⁄4 cup finely chopped fresh oregano
- 800g lamb fillets, cut into 3cm pieces
- 2 medium yellow peppers (400g), chopped coarsely
- 1 medium red onion, chopped coarsely
- 1⁄4 cup (35g) roasted slivered almonds
- 1 cup firmly packed fresh mint leaves
Method
Step 1
Combine oil, rind, juice and oregano in screw top jar; shake well.
Step 2
Thread lamb, peppers and onion, alternately, on skewers; drizzle with half the dressing. Cook skewers on heated oiled grill plate (or grill or barbeque) until cooked as desired.
Step 3
Meanwhile, combine the tomato, nuts and mint with remaining dressing in a small bowl.
Step 4
Serve souvlaki with tomato, almond and mint salad, and pitta bread, if desired.
Step 5
SERVES 4 Preparation time 20 minutes Cooking time 15 minutes