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Smoky Greek Lamb Kebabs with Tzatziki Sauce

Name: Smoky Greek Lamb Kebabs with Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Boneless lamb shoulder, 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes; Garlic, 2 cloves, minced; Fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp; Olive oil, 1/4 cup; Ground cumin, 1 tsp; Smoked paprika, 1 tsp; Ground coriander, 1/2 tsp; Salt and black pepper, To taste; Greek yogurt, 1 cup; Cucumber, 1/2, grated and drained; Garlic, 1 clove, minced; Fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp; Olive oil, 1 tbsp; Fresh dill, 1 tbsp, chopped; Salt, To taste; Red bell pepper, 1, cut into 1-inch pieces; Yellow bell pepper, 1, cut into 1-inch pieces; Red onion, 1, cut into wedges; Fresh parsley, Chopped; Lemon wedges

Tantalize your taste buds with these aromatic lamb kebabs paired perfectly with a creamy Tzatziki sauce.

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·By Ethan Brooks·October 19, 2025

Smoky Greek Lamb Kebabs with Tzatziki Sauce — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Lamb Kebabs

For the Tzatziki Sauce

For the Skewers

For the Garnishes

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 489 kcal
Protein: 34.1 g
Carbs: 11 g
Fat: 36.2 g
Fiber: 2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2445 kcal
Protein: 170.3 g
Carbs: 55.1 g
Fat: 180.8 g
Fiber: 9.95 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Boneless lamb shoulder 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes	1450	145	0	100	0
Garlic 2 cloves, minced	9	0.4	2	0	0.1
Fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp	4	0.1	1	0	0.1
Olive oil 1/4 cup	480	0	0	54	0
Ground cumin 1 tsp	8	0.4	1	0.5	0.2
Smoked paprika 1 tsp	6	0.3	1	0.3	0.5
Ground coriander 1/2 tsp	4	0.2	1	0.2	0.5
Salt and black pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Greek yogurt 1 cup	220	20	9	11	0
Cucumber 1/2, grated and drained	8	0.3	2	0.1	0.3
Garlic 1 clove, minced	5	0.2	1	0	0.05
Fresh lemon juice 1 tbsp	4	0.1	1	0	0.1
Olive oil 1 tbsp	120	0	0	14	0
Fresh dill 1 tbsp, chopped	1	0	0.2	0	0.1
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Red bell pepper 1, cut into 1-inch pieces	37	1	9	0.5	3
Yellow bell pepper 1, cut into 1-inch pieces	37	1	9	0.5	3
Red onion 1, cut into wedges	45	1.3	11	0.2	1.5
Fresh parsley Chopped	2	0.1	0.4	0	0.2
Lemon wedges	5	0.2	1.5	0	0.3

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Lamb

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, salt, and black pepper.
2
Add lamb
Add the lamb cubes, tossing well to coat.
3
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Tip: Chef’s Tip: Let the lamb marinate overnight for maximum flavor.

Preparing the Tzatziki Sauce

1
Mix ingredients
In a medium bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, and salt.
Tip: Ensure the cucumber is well-drained to avoid a watery sauce.
2
Stir
Stir until well combined.
Tip: Grate the cucumber on a cheesecloth and squeeze out the excess moisture before adding it to the yogurt.
3
Chill
Chill until ready to serve.

How to Make Smoky Greek Lamb Kebabs with Tzatziki Sauce

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Skewering
Thread the lamb cubes, bell peppers, and onion pieces alternately onto skewers.
2
Grilling
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is done to your liking.
3
Resting
Allow the kebabs to rest for 5 minutes before serving.