Lamb Spiedino With Cucumber Salad Recipe

Name: Lamb Spiedino With Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds lamb leg or shoulder, excess fat removed and cut into 3/4-inch cubes; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 21/2 teaspoons salt; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves; 3 cloves garlic, grated on a Microplane (yielding about 3 teaspoons); 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 English cucumber (about 1 pound); 4 tablespoons chopped mint; 2 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 4 tablespoons Greek yogurt

Servings: persons

2 pounds lamb leg or shoulder, excess fat removed and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
21/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves
3 cloves garlic, grated on a Microplane (yielding about 3 teaspoons)
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 English cucumber (about 1 pound)
4 tablespoons chopped mint
2 tablespoons and 1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 tablespoons Greek yogurt

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1. Sprinkle meat with pepper and 2 teaspoons salt.
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2. In a medium bowl, mix zest, rosemary, garlic and 2 tablespoons oil. Add meat and toss to coat. Set aside.
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3. Thread lamb cubes onto 8 skewers, distributing meat equally. If grilling and using wooden skewers, soak skewers beforehand to prevent flare-ups.
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4. Halve cucumber lengthwise. Slice cucumber halves crosswise into 1/8-inch half moons.
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5. Set large saute pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, swirl in 1 tablespoon olive oil. Lay skewers in pan. For medium doneness, cook 6 minutes, about 3 minutes per side. Move skewers around as needed to ensure even cooking. Transfer meat to platter and let rest. If grilling, grill over medium-high heat, 2-3 minutes per side.
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6. In medium bowl, toss cucumber with mint, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, yogurt and remaining salt. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
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7. Drizzle 1 teaspoon lemon juice and remaining olive oil over lamb.
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8. Distribute cucumber salad among 4 plates, about 3/4 cup per plate. Place 2 skewers next to or on top of each salad.

830

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds lamb leg or shoulder, excess fat removed and cut into 3/4-inch cubes, 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 21/2 teaspoons salt, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Lamb Spiedino With Cucumber 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lamb Spiedino With Cucumber Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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