Oven-Baked Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

Tender cubes of marinated lamb roasted to perfection and served with a cooling cucumber-yogurt tzatziki sauce. This Greek recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 88 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, olive oil, lemon juice 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 lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup cucumber, grated and drained
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tsp white vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced (for tzatziki)
• 1/4 tsp salt (for tzatziki)
• 1/8 tsp black pepper (for tzatziki)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp dried oregano, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb lamb leg cubes and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
2. Step 2: Preheat oven to 425°F. Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto skewers and place them on a baking sheet lined with foil. Roast for 15-18 minutes, turning halfway, until lamb is cooked to medium or desired doneness with a browned exterior.
3. Step 3: While lamb cooks, prepare tzatziki by mixing 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated and well-drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tsp white vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
4. Step 4: Serve the roasted lamb souvlaki hot with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce on the side.