Palestinian Lamb Kebabs with Cucumber Yogurt

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

Juicy lamb skewers marinated in warm spices, served with a cool, refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce for perfect balance. This palestinian-inspired mediterranean ready in about 42 minutes pairs ground lamb, plain yogurt, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1, finely chopped red onion
• 1, peeled and grated cucumber
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh mint

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1 lb ground lamb, 1/4 cup plain yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper. Stir in 1 finely chopped red onion until combined.
2. Step 2: Divide the mixture into 4 portions and shape around soaked wooden skewers, pressing firmly to form compact kebabs.
3. Step 3: Grill the kebabs over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Meanwhile, mix 1 grated cucumber, 1/2 cup plain yogurt, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint for the sauce, seasoning with a pinch of salt.