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Herb-Infused Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Lemon Zest

Name: Herb-Infused Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Lemon Zest
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 500g boneless lamb leg, cut into cubes; Olive Oil, 3 tbsp; Lemon Juice, Juice of 1 lemon; Lemon Zest, Zest of 1 lemon; Garlic, 4 cloves, minced; Fresh Rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped; Fresh Mint, 2 tbsp chopped; Dried Oregano, 1 tbsp; Salt, to taste; Black Pepper, to taste; Wooden or metal skewers; Red Onion, 1, cut into wedges; Red Bell Pepper, 1, cut into chunks; Green Bell Pepper, 1, cut into chunks

Capture the essence of Greek cuisine with these delectable lamb skewers seasoned with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, perfect for grilling lovers.

4.3(127 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 4, 2025

Herb-Infused Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Lemon Zest — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Lamb Marinade

For the Skewers

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 468 kcal
Protein: 29.13 g
Carbs: 9.93 g
Fat: 36.13 g
Fiber: 2.42 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1873 kcal
Protein: 116.5 g
Carbs: 39.7 g
Fat: 144.5 g
Fiber: 9.7 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
500g boneless lamb leg cut into cubes	1350	112	0	103	0
Olive Oil 3 tbsp	360	0	0	40.5	0
Lemon Juice Juice of 1 lemon	12	0	4	0	0
Lemon Zest Zest of 1 lemon	6	0	2	0	1
Garlic 4 cloves, minced	18	1	4	0	0.5
Fresh Rosemary 2 tbsp chopped	10	0	2	0	1
Fresh Mint 2 tbsp chopped	4	0	1	0	0.5
Dried Oregano 1 tbsp	8	0.3	1.7	0.2	1.2
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black Pepper to taste	4	0.2	1	0.1	0.5
Wooden or metal skewers	0	0	0	0	0
Red Onion 1, cut into wedges	46	1	11	0.1	2
Red Bell Pepper 1, cut into chunks	31	1	7	0.4	2
Green Bell Pepper 1, cut into chunks	24	1	6	0.2	2

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Lamb

1
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped mint, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
2
Add Lamb to Marinade
Add the lamb cubes to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly in the marinade.
3
Chill the Lamb
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Tip: For the most flavorful skewers, allow the lamb to marinate overnight.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Soak Skewers
Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using wooden ones.
2
Cut Vegetables
Prepare the red onion and bell peppers, cutting them into similar-sized wedges or chunks.
3
Set Aside
Set the prepared vegetables aside until ready to assemble.
Tip: Leave space between lamb pieces and vegetables on the skewers for even cooking.

How to Make Herb-Infused Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Lemon Zest

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Assemble Skewers
Alternate marinated lamb pieces with red onion and bell pepper chunks on each skewer.
2
Grill
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and cook the skewers, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked through and vegetables are slightly charred, about 10-12 minutes.
3
Rest Skewers
Allow the skewers to rest for 5 minutes before serving to redistribute the juices.