Authentic Paleo Greek Beef Souvlaki Skewers

Ingredients

For the Greek Marinated Beef Skewers:

• 2 lbs 100% grass-fed top sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1.25-inch bite-sized cubes
• 0.33 cup cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp fresh organic lemon juice and 1 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp raw red wine vinegar
• 6 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 2 tbsp dried wild Greek oregano (crushed between palms to release oils)
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped
• 1.5 tsp coarse Celtic sea salt and 1 tsp cracked black pepper
• 8 wooden or stainless steel skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes if wood)

For the Dairy-Free Cucumber Dill Tzatziki:

• 1 cup unsweetened plain coconut milk yogurt or avocado oil mayonnaise
• 1 medium English cucumber, finely grated and squeezed bone-dry in a cheesecloth
• 2 cloves garlic, finely grated into a paste
• 2 tbsp fresh organic dill, finely chopped
• 1.5 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 tsp fine sea salt & cracked black pepper

For Serving:

• Greek village salad (tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, red onion, olive oil)
• Lemon wedges & fresh oregano sprigs
• Cilantro lime cauliflower rice or butter lettuce wraps

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Marinate the Beef (High-Acid Citrus Invariant): In a glass bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, chopped rosemary, Celtic sea salt, and black pepper. Add steak cubes and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes (or refrigerate for up to 4 hours).
2. Make Dairy-Free Tzatziki: Grate English cucumber on the large holes of a box grater. Wrap grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out all excess moisture over the sink. In a medium bowl, combine squeezed cucumber, dairy-free yogurt (or avocado mayo), grated garlic paste, fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Chill in refrigerator.
3. Thread Skewers: Thread 5 to 6 cubes of marinated steak onto each soaked skewer, pushing pieces close together so they retain maximum juiciness while grilling.
4. High-Heat Flame Grilling: Preheat outdoor grill (or a heavy cast-iron grill pan) to HIGH heat (approx. 475°F / 245°C). Lightly oil grill grates with avocado oil.
5. Sear to Juicy Perfection: Place beef skewers on the hot grill. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side (approx. 8 to 10 minutes total), turning occasionally, until deep grill marks form on all sides and internal temperature registers 130°F to 135°F (54°C) for medium-rare or 140°F for medium. Transfer skewers to a warm platter, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.
6. Plate & Serve: Arrange grilled beef souvlaki skewers on a platter with lemon wedges. Serve immediately alongside a generous bowl of chilled dairy-free cucumber tzatziki, Greek salad, and warm cauliflower rice!

Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving - 2 Skewers + Tzatziki)

Chef's Paleo Nutritional Science

100% grass-fed beef sirloin delivers higher concentrations of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), zinc, and bioavailable heme iron compared to grain-fed beef. Dried wild Greek oregano contains carvacrol and thymol, two potent antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory monoterpenes.

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