Mediterranean-Inspired Grilled Lamb Skewers with Herb Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

Tender lamb chunks marinated in Mediterranean spices, grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing herb-infused yogurt sauce. This mediterranean-inspired lamb ready in about 27 minutes blends cut into 1-inch cubes lamb shoulder, olive oil, lemon 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 320 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, cut into 1-inch cubes lamb shoulder
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1/2 small, grated and drained cucumber
• 8 wooden skewers

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb lamb shoulder cubes and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
2. Step 2: Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Thread marinated lamb cubes onto skewers, leaving a small gap between pieces.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, turning once, until the lamb is charred at edges and cooked to medium-rare or desired doneness.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint, 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/2 grated and drained cucumber until combined. Season with a pinch of salt.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled lamb skewers hot with the herb yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.