Grilled Spicy Lamb Skewers with Mint Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Tender lamb skewers marinated in smoky spices and grilled to perfection, served with a cooling mint yogurt sauce. This middle eastern-inspired keto (keto, high protein) ready in about 25 minutes blends lamb leg, cubed, olive oil, ground cumin 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 350 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 lb lamb leg, cubed
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup, squeezed dry cucumber, grated

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb cubed lamb leg, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes, 1 teaspoon sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat the lamb evenly.
2. Step 2: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate the lamb in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, about 400°F.
4. Step 4: Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
5. Step 5: Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked to your preferred doneness.
6. Step 6: While the lamb cooks, mix together 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/4 cup grated cucumber (squeezed dry) in a small bowl to make the mint yogurt sauce.
7. Step 7: Serve the hot lamb skewers alongside the refreshing mint yogurt sauce for dipping.