Description
Grilled Lamb Kabobs are a delightful dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your backyard. Perfect for any gathering, these tender lamb pieces are marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, lemon, and spices, then grilled to perfection in just 8 minutes. Whether you’re hosting a casual barbecue or an elegant dinner party, these kabobs will surely impress your guests with their rich taste and simple preparation. Serve them with refreshing cucumber yogurt sauce and fresh mint for a burst of flavor that complements the savory lamb. This easy-to-make recipe not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides a healthier protein option for your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless lamb loin or leg (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 1 yellow onion (½ grated and ½ cut into chunks)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together grated onion, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Add lamb cubes to the marinade; toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F). Lightly oil the grates.
- Thread marinated lamb onto skewers alternating with onion chunks.
- Grill kabobs for about 4 minutes on each side while brushing with leftover marinade until they reach medium rare doneness.
- Serve hot alongside cucumber yogurt sauce and garnish with fresh mint.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kabobs (150g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg