Lamb Kofta with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-20 · Updated 2026-04-20

Juicy lamb and herb skewers served with a refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce, perfect for summer gatherings. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs ground lamb, finely chopped mint, chopped fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 ground lamb
• 1/4 cup finely chopped mint
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1/2 cup grated cucumber
• 1 tbsp chopped dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, mint, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Mix gently with your hands until well combined but not overworked.
2. Step 2: Form lamb mixture into 12 small oval-shaped koftas, about 2 inches long.
3. Step 3: Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add koftas and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through, turning carefully.
4. Step 4: While koftas cook, prepare sauce by mixing yogurt, grated cucumber, dill, and lemon juice until smooth.
5. Step 5: Serve koftas hot with a generous dollop of cucumber yogurt sauce on the side. Garnish with extra mint.