Charred Mediterranean Lamb Skewers with Tzatziki

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

Grilled lamb skewers marinated in garlic and herbs, served alongside a cool cucumber and yogurt tzatziki sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs lamb leg, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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, cut into 1-inch cubes lamb leg
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup grated and drained cucumber
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint
• 1 tsp lemon zest

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; add 1 lb 1-inch cubed lamb leg and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare tzatziki by mixing 1 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1/2 cup grated and well-drained cucumber, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint, and 1 tsp lemon zest; season with a pinch of salt and stir well. Chill until ready to serve.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 450°F). Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto skewers, leaving space between pieces.
4. Step 4: Grill the lamb skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred on the edges and medium-rare to medium in the center.
5. Step 5: Remove skewers from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot with chilled tzatziki sauce alongside warm pita or salad.