Grilled Moroccan-Spiced Lamb Kebabs with Mint Yogurt

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-02 · Updated 2026-07-02

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Tender lamb chunks marinated in fragrant Moroccan spices, grilled to perfection and served with a cooling mint yogurt sauce. This Middle Eastern-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs lamb leg, olive oil, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes lamb leg
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
2, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint leaves
1 tsp honey
1/4 cup, grated cucumber

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Whisk to blend.
Step 2: Add 1 lb cubed lamb leg to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated lamb cubes onto skewers.
Step 4: Grill lamb kebabs for 8-10 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes until nicely charred on all sides and cooked to medium-rare or desired doneness.
Step 5: Meanwhile, prepare the mint yogurt sauce by mixing 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 cup grated cucumber until smooth.
Step 6: Serve the grilled lamb kebabs hot with a dollop of mint yogurt sauce on the side.