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Greek Lamb Souvlaki

Tender marinated lamb grilled on skewers with lemon, garlic, and oregano. Ready in 25 minutes with a 10-minute marinade shortcut using Greek yogurt.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
380
Protein
42g
Greek Lamb Souvlaki
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix yogurt, lemon juice, zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Add lamb cubes and toss until coated. Let sit for 10 minutes while you heat the grill.

  3. Step 3

    Thread lamb and onion pieces alternately onto 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers.

  4. Step 4

    Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high until oil flicks sizzle on the surface.

  5. Step 5

    Grill skewers 3–4 minutes per side until lamb edges char and meat is medium-rare inside.

  6. Step 6

    Remove skewers and rest 2 minutes. Squeeze fresh lemon over top and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • small bowl
  • 4 metal or wooden skewers
  • grill or grill pan
  • tongs

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