Grilled Citrus-Herb Lamb Skewers with Tzatziki Sauce

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

Tender lamb cubes marinated in a bright citrus and herb mixture, skewered and grilled to perfection, served alongside a cooling cucumber-yogurt tzatziki. This mediterranean-inspired lamb ready in about 32 minutes blends olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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

• 1.5 lbs lamb leg, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp orange juice
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup cucumber, grated and drained
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 1 clove garlic clove, minced (for tzatziki)
• 8 wooden skewers, soaked

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp orange juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs lamb leg cubes to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated and well-drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tsp white vinegar, and 1 minced garlic clove in a bowl. Mix well and chill until serving.
4. Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
5. Step 5: Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until the lamb is browned on the outside and cooked to medium-rare or desired doneness.
6. Step 6: Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve the lamb skewers hot with the chilled tzatziki sauce on the side.