Mediterranean Shrimp Souvlaki with Tzatziki

Ingredients

• 450 g Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp Ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper
• 1/2 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup Cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
• 1 tbsp Dill (fresh or dried)(optional)
• 1 medium Tomato, diced
• 1/4 small Red onion, finely diced(optional)
• 1/2 cup Cucumber, diced (for salad)
• 1 tsp Olive oil (for salad)
• 1 tsp Red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (15 minutes): If using wooden skewers, soak them in water. Pat shrimp dry, then toss with olive oil, lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Make tzatziki (during prep): Mix Greek yogurt with grated cucumber (squeezed dry), remaining minced garlic, and dill. Taste and adjust with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lemon if needed.

3. 3

   Cook shrimp (10 minutes): Thread shrimp onto skewers. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and cook 2–3 minutes per side (until pink and just cooked through).

4. 4

   Serve: Toss tomato, diced cucumber, and (if using) red onion with olive oil and vinegar. Plate shrimp with tzatziki and the simple tomato-cucumber salad.