Weeknd-Inspired Spiced Lamb Skewers with Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

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Tender lamb skewers marinated in warm spices and served with a cooling yogurt sauce. This Middle Eastern-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes, ground cumin, ground coriander for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 70 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb lamb leg, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
1/4 cup cucumber, grated and drained

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb lamb cubes with 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss until evenly coated and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Step 2: Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto soaked wooden skewers.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the lamb skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked to medium doneness.
Step 4: While lamb cooks, mix 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint and 1/4 cup grated cucumber that has been squeezed dry. Stir until combined and refrigerate until serving.
Step 5: Serve the hot lamb skewers with a dollop of the mint yogurt sauce on the side.