Lamb Kebabs with Cool Cucumber Salad

1. 1

   Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the cumin, garlic and olive oil.

3. 3

   Season generously with salt and pepper, then add the lamb and turn to coat.

4. 4

   Thread the lamb onto 8 skewers.

5. 5

   Let stand for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Meanwhile, working over a medium bowl, grate the cucumber on the large holes of a box grater, stopping when you get to the seedy center.

7. 7

   Stir the yogurt into the grated cucumber.

8. 8

   Transfer the mixture to a strainer lined with a coffee filter or paper towel and let drain for 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Transfer the cucumber salad to a serving bowl.

10. 10

    Grill the lamb kebabs over moderately high heat until charred and medium rare, about 7 minutes.

11. 11

    Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve with the cucumber salad.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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