Charcoal-Grilled Spiced Lamb Kebabs with Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-24 · Updated 2026-05-24

Tender lamb chunks marinated in warm spices and grilled over charcoal for a smoky finish, paired with a cooling cucumber-yogurt sauce. This Middle Eastern-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, olive oil, ground cumin 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
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create a fragrant marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb 1-inch cubed lamb leg to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
3. Step 3: Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread marinated lamb cubes onto skewers evenly.
4. Step 4: Preheat charcoal grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F) with coals glowing and covered in white ash.
5. Step 5: Grill lamb kebabs for 3-4 minutes per side, turning carefully, until exterior is nicely charred and interior reaches medium-rare (about 145°F).
6. Step 6: Meanwhile, mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated and squeezed cucumber, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, and 1 tbsp chopped parsley in a small bowl for a refreshing sauce.
7. Step 7: Serve grilled lamb kebabs hot with the cucumber-yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.