Beef and Vegetable Kebabs with Tzatziki
Fire up the grill for these flavorful Beef and Vegetable Kebabs with Tzatziki a deliciously balanced dish that’s perfect for summer cookouts or easy weeknight dinners! Packed with juicy, marinated beef and colorful veggies, these skewers are grilled to perfection and served with a cool, creamy tzatziki sauce that adds a refreshing Mediterranean twist.
Ingredients
- For Kebabs:
- 1 lb (450 g) beef sirloin or tenderloin, cut into 1–1.5 inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 small red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Wooden or metal skewers
- For Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp chopped fresh dill (or ½ tsp dried dill)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add beef cubes and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours.
- Prepare Tzatziki: Grate cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. Combine cucumber, Greek yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
- Assemble Kebabs: Thread marinated beef, bell peppers, onions, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers, alternating ingredients.
- Grill Kebabs: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill skewers 3–5 minutes per side until beef is cooked to desired doneness and vegetables are slightly charred.
- Serve: Plate kebabs with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce. Optional: serve with pita bread, rice, or a side salad.