Greek Kebabs
Juicy, lemony pork kebabs marinated with garlic, oregano, and olive oil, then grilled to perfection. Served with fresh vegetables, yogurt, and pita, this is a bright and satisfying Mediterranean-style meal.
Quick Info
Serves: 4
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
A fresh, flavorful dish that’s perfect for grilling and sharing.
Bright lemon and oregano marinade
Tender, juicy grilled pork
Versatile serving options with fresh toppings
Perfect for outdoor grilling or broiling indoors
Ingredients
Marinade
¼ cup olive oil
½ small red onion (reserve the other half for slicing and serving)
2 cloves garlic
The juice and zest of two lemons
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
1 ½ teaspoons salt
Pepper
Pork
2 ½ lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 2 inch cubes, trimmed of silverskin
Wooden skewers
Serving Options
Roma tomatoes, cut into hunks
Romaine lettuce, washed and roughly chopped
Red onion, thinly sliced
Pitted Greek green or kalamata olives
Lemon juice, honey, and olive oil for dressing
Greek Yogurt
Pita bread
Instructions
Step 1
Place all marinade ingredients into a food processor and blend until smooth.
Step 2
Add the pork and marinade to a glass or plastic bowl. Toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Step 3
Thread the marinated pork onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
Step 4
Grill outdoors or in an oiled grill pan until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
Alternatively, cook under a low broiler, turning occasionally until all sides are cooked through and reach 145°F.
Step 5
Serve with a Greek-style salad (romaine, tomato, red onion, olives, and a simple lemon-honey dressing), along with Greek yogurt and pita bread.
Tips for Success
Don’t overcrowd skewers for even cooking
Let pork marinate fully for best flavor
Use a thermometer to avoid overcooking
Turn skewers regularly for even browning
Storage
Store cooked pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Serving Ideas
Serve in pita wraps with toppings
Pair with a fresh Greek salad
Add rice or roasted vegetables for a fuller meal
