Oven-Roasted Lamb Souvlaki with Lemon and Oregano

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

Tender cubes of lamb marinated in lemon juice, fresh oregano, and garlic, then oven-roasted to juicy perfection. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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

• 1.5 lbs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 8 wooden skewers, soaked

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs lamb cubes to the marinade and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 425°F. Thread the marinated lamb cubes evenly onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
4. Step 4: Place the skewers on a foil-lined baking sheet and roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway, until lamb is cooked to medium doneness and edges begin to brown.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.