Reisterstown Road Grilled Mediterranean Lamb Kebabs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

Juicy lamb cubes marinated in a blend of lemon, garlic, and herbs, grilled to perfection and served with a tangy yogurt sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired Easter recipe, ready in about 25 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 370 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
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint
• 1/2 medium, grated and drained cucumber
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Add 1.5 lbs lamb leg cubes and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2. Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces.
3. Step 3: Grill the lamb kebabs for 8-10 minutes total, turning every 2-3 minutes, until the exterior is nicely charred and the interior reaches desired doneness (medium rare is about 135°F).
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, 1/2 grated and drained cucumber, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill to make the yogurt sauce.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled lamb kebabs hot with the fresh yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.