Char-Grilled Lamb Kebabs with Tzatziki

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

Juicy lamb cubes marinated in Mediterranean spices, grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing cucumber-yogurt tzatziki sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup cucumber, grated and drained
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb 1-inch lamb cubes and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in fridge for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread marinated lamb cubes onto skewers.
3. Step 3: Grill lamb skewers for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until nicely charred outside and cooked to medium doneness.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki by mixing 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated drained cucumber, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint, and 1 tsp lemon zest in a bowl.
5. Step 5: Serve lamb kebabs hot with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce on the side.