Lamb Souvlaki With Tzatziki Recipe

Name: Lamb Souvlaki With Tzatziki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 8 garlic cloves, grated; 1 1/2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed and cut into 36 (1/2-inch) cubes; 2 lemons, cut into wedges; 24 grape tomatoes (about 1 pint); Cooking spray

Servings: persons

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
8 garlic cloves, grated
1 1/2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, trimmed and cut into 36 (1/2-inch) cubes
2 lemons, cut into wedges
24 grape tomatoes (about 1 pint)
Cooking spray

1
Place first 9 ingredients in a large bowl; toss to coat. Squeeze lemon wedges over lamb mixture, and add rinds to mixture; toss to combine. Let stand 1 hour. Soak 12 (6-inch) wooden skewers in cold water for 30 minutes.
2
Thread 3 lamb cubes and 2 tomatoes onto each skewer, alternating lamb and tomato. Discard marinade.
3
Heat a large cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat; coat pan with cooking spray. Place 6 skewers in skillet. Cook 4 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness. Remove skewers to a platter. Wipe skillet clean with paper towels. Repeat with cooking spray and remaining skewers. Serve with Tzatziki.

1199

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Lamb Souvlaki With Tzatziki falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lamb Souvlaki With Tzatziki

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