Yogurt- And Mint-Marinated Lamb Skewers Recipe

Name: Yogurt- And Mint-Marinated Lamb Skewers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice plus 1 teaspoon zest from 2 lemons; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup tightly packed mint leaves; 1/4 cup tightly packed cilantro leaves; 2 tablespoons freshly minced garlic (about 6 medium cloves); 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; 1 large red onion, sliced into 1 1/2-inch squares about 3 layers each; 1 large zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch pieces; Wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes prior to use

Servings: persons

1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice plus 1 teaspoon zest from 2 lemons
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup tightly packed mint leaves
1/4 cup tightly packed cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons freshly minced garlic (about 6 medium cloves)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 large red onion, sliced into 1 1/2-inch squares about 3 layers each
1 large zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch pieces
Wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes prior to use

1
Place yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, mint leaves, cilantro leaves, garlic, salt, paprika, and black pepper in the jar of a blender. Blend marinade until smooth. Place lamb cubes in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade into bag and seal, removing as much air as possible. Place in refrigerator and marinate for at least 4 and up to 8 hours.
2
Thread lamb onto skewers, alternating with onion and zucchini.
3
When all charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and spread the coals evenly over entire surface of coal grate. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill and allow to preheat for 5 minutes.
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and
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the grilling grate. Grill skewers until well browned on all sides and center of lamb registers 130u00b0F on an instant-read thermometer, 4-5 minutes per side. Transfer skewers to platter and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

813

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup plain yogurt, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice plus 1 teaspoon zest from 2 lemons, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup tightly packed mint leaves, and more.

Yes, Yogurt- And Mint-Marinated Lamb Skewers Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!