Pork Souvlaki in a Pita with Tzatziki

Serves: 4

Preparation Time: 0:20

Per Serving: 684.8 Calories; 35.0g Fat (46.8% calories from fat); 50.5g Protein; 39.0g Carbohydrate; 125mg Cholesterol; 415mg Sodium

A delicious grilled sandwich for lunch or a light dinner. If you are pressed for time, serve with store bought tzatziki sauce instead of making your own.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs. boneless pork loin, 1 1/2" cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped
• salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 4 pita bread, halved

Steps:

• Prepare marinade by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme and garlic in a glass dish. Add cubed pork and marinate for 6 hours in refrigerator or overnight.
• Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki by combining yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt and pepper. Chill atleast an hour to blend the flavors.
• Thread the pork onto metal skewers or bamboo skewers that have been soaked in water for 30 minutes.
• Preheat barbecue on HIGH and brush grids with vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Reduce the heat to MEDIUM, and place the pork skewers on the grill. Cook 4-6 minutes per side, turning once.
• Lightly grill each side of the pita bread, place the pork inside the pocket, and serve with tzatziki sauce.