Spicy Lamb Shish Kebabs With Greek Pita Bread Recipe

Name: Spicy Lamb Shish Kebabs With Greek Pita Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt; 3/4 tablespoon hot paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 lbs trimmed lean leg of lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 lb small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces; greek pita bread, warmed for serving

Servings: persons

1/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
3/4 tablespoon hot paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 lbs trimmed lean leg of lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 lb small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
greek pita bread, warmed for serving

1
In a large bowl, whisk the yogurt with the paprika, cumin, allspice, garlic and the 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with 1 1/2 teaspoons of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.
2
Add the lamb and stir until evenly coated.
3
Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour or refrigerate for up to 3 hours.
4
Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Thread the lamb and zucchini onto 12 long metal skewers and brush with oil.
5
Season lightly with salt and pepper.
6
Grill the kebabs over moderately high heat, turning, until the lamb is browned outside and medium-rare inside, 6 minutes.
7
Serve the lamb kebabs with Warm Greek pita bread.

821

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt, 3/4 tablespoon hot paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice, and more.

Yes, Spicy Lamb Shish Kebabs With Greek Pita Bread falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Spicy Lamb Shish Kebabs With Greek Pita Bread

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