Slow-Cooked Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

Tender lamb marinated with garlic, lemon, and herbs, slow-cooked to perfection and served with a refreshing cucumber-yogurt tzatziki. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 435 minutes, pairs lamb shoulder, cubed, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, 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

• 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cubed
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 6, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2, grated and drained cucumber
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp white wine vinegar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 6 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Add 2 lbs cubed lamb shoulder and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Step 2: Transfer marinated lamb and all juices into a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-7 hours until lamb is tender and easily shredded.
3. Step 3: While lamb cooks, prepare tzatziki sauce by combining 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 grated and drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves, and 1 tbsp white wine vinegar in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
4. Step 4: Once lamb is done, shred with two forks and serve hot with chilled tzatziki sauce alongside warm pita bread or salad.