Grilled Greek Lamb Kebabs
Tender marinated lamb skewers grilled with peppers and onions. Easy, flavorful, and perfect for summer grilling.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the marinade:
- 2 lb leg of lamb trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- juice of 1 lemon
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 onion sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp thyme or more to taste
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
For skewers:
- 1 –2 red peppers cut into chunks
- 1 onion cut into chunks
Instructions
- Combine all marinade ingredients in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Add the lamb and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
- Soak wooden skewers in cold water for 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (450–500°F / 230–260°C).
- Thread lamb, onion, and peppers onto skewers.
- Grill for 12–15 minutes, turning once, until cooked to desired doneness.
- Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Trim excess fat to prevent burning
- Do not overcook - lamb becomes tough
- Cook meat and vegetables separately if needed for better control
- Marinate longer for deeper flavor
Nutrition
Calories: 465kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 675mg | Potassium: 602mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1010IU | Vitamin C: 58.3mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 3.4mg
