Grilled Citrus-Marinated Lamb Skewers with Herb Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

Tender lamb skewers marinated in bright citrus and garlic, grilled to perfection, and served with a cooling herb-infused yogurt sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup finely diced cucumber
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 6, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb 1-inch lamb leg cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup finely diced cucumber, and 1 tsp lemon zest in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated lamb cubes onto 6 soaked wooden skewers evenly.
5. Step 5: Grill the lamb skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred on edges and cooked to medium-rare or desired doneness.
6. Step 6: Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes. Serve lamb skewers with the chilled herb yogurt sauce for dipping.