Grilled Lamb with Greek Spinach Pita Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Lamb with Greek Spinach Pita Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons olive oil; 4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves; 1 1/2 pounds lamb tenderloin, trimmed of fat; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 pocketless pita breads; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons honey; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 6 ounces baby spinach; 1/2 English cucumber, sliced; 2 plum tomatoes, sliced; 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped; 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup)

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 1/2 pounds lamb tenderloin, trimmed of fat
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 pocketless pita breads
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 ounces baby spinach
1/2 English cucumber, sliced
2 plum tomatoes, sliced
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (1 cup)

1
To marinate the lamb, whisk together 4 tablespoons of the olive oil, the garlic and oregano in a medium baking dish.
2
Add the lamb and turn to coat.
3
Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
4
Heat your grill to high.
5
Remove the lamb from the marinade and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
6
Place on the grill and grill until golden brown and slightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes.
7
Turn the lamb over and continue grilling to medium-rare, 2 to 3 minutes longer.
8
Remove to a cutting board, tent with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
9
While the lamb is resting, brush each pita on both sides with the remaining 2 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper.
10
Grill until golden brown and slightly crisp, approximately 30 seconds per side.
11
To make the salad, whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, dill, salt and pepper to taste, and the honey in a large bowl.
12
Slowly whisk in the extra-virgin olive oil until emulsified.
13
Add the spinach, cucumber, tomatoes, olives and feta to the bowl and toss to combine.
14
Top each pita with some of the salad and top with several slices of the lamb.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons olive oil, 4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves, 1 1/2 pounds lamb tenderloin, trimmed of fat, and more.

Yes, Grilled Lamb with Greek Spinach Pita Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Grilled Lamb with Greek Spinach Pita Salad

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