Greek-Style Dogs

Health score
56%
Greek-Style Dogs
45 min.
4
614kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your hot dog game? Introducing Greek-Style Dogs, a delightful twist on the classic favorite that combines the bold flavors of Greece with the comfort of a traditional sausage. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any casual gathering, these gourmet dogs are sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a juicy sausage nestled in a soft bun, topped with a creamy yogurt sauce infused with fresh herbs like dill and chives. The addition of crunchy romaine lettuce, zesty red onion, and vibrant diced tomatoes and cucumbers adds a refreshing crunch that perfectly balances the richness of the sausage. Drizzled with a tangy Greek dressing, each bite is a burst of flavor that transports you straight to the Mediterranean.

Not only are these Greek-Style Dogs delicious, but they also offer a healthier alternative to traditional hot dogs, with a caloric breakdown that includes a satisfying amount of protein while keeping fat and carbs in check. With a health score of 56, you can indulge without the guilt!

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or weekend barbecues. So gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to impress with these mouthwatering Greek-Style Dogs!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon cucumber grated
  • teaspoons chives fresh chopped
  • teaspoon optional: dill fresh chopped
  • servings bottled greek dressing 
  • servings hot dog buns 
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest 
  • tablespoons mayonnaise light
  • servings bell pepper 
  • oz greek yogurt plain 2% reduced-fat
  • servings onion red thinly sliced
  • servings romaine lettuce shredded
  • servings salt 
  •  sausages 
  • servings tomato and cucumber diced

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Stir together yogurt, light mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp. grated cucumber, chives, dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook sausages according to package directions.
    2. Place sausages in buns. Top with yogurt mixture, shredded lettuce, red onion, diced tomato and cucumber, and Greek dressing.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories614kcal
    Protein29.99%
    Fat40.29%
    Carbs29.72%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    65.5
    Glycemic Load
    15.54
    Inflammation Score
    -10
    Nutrition Score
    42.789565335149%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.12mg
    Hesperetin
    0.36mg
    Naringenin
    1.26mg
    Luteolin
    0.5mg
    Isorhamnetin
    0.09mg
    Kaempferol
    0.25mg
    Myricetin
    0.23mg
    Quercetin
    3.34mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:613.79kcal
    30.69%
    Fat:27.55g
    42.38%
    Saturated Fat:8.48g
    52.97%
    Carbohydrates:45.72g
    15.24%
    Net Carbohydrates:39.36g
    14.31%
    Sugar:20.56g
    22.84%
    Cholesterol:74.8mg
    24.93%
    Sodium:1111.05mg
    48.31%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:46.14g
    92.29%
    Vitamin A:11341.21IU
    226.82%
    Vitamin C:126.36mg
    153.17%
    Vitamin K:112.47µg
    107.11%
    Vitamin B2:1.09mg
    64.01%
    Folate:237.23µg
    59.31%
    Phosphorus:587.87mg
    58.79%
    Selenium:36.89µg
    52.69%
    Vitamin B1:0.69mg
    46.05%
    Vitamin B6:0.88mg
    43.79%
    Vitamin B12:2.55µg
    42.58%
    Vitamin B3:8.38mg
    41.88%
    Potassium:1421.68mg
    40.62%
    Calcium:399.47mg
    39.95%
    Manganese:0.69mg
    34.48%
    Zinc:4.18mg
    27.89%
    Fiber:6.36g
    25.46%
    Iron:4.24mg
    23.57%
    Magnesium:90.87mg
    22.72%
    Vitamin B5:1.93mg
    19.34%
    Vitamin E:2.72mg
    18.14%
    Copper:0.31mg
    15.52%
    Vitamin D:1.11µg
    7.37%
    Source:My Recipes