Name: Grilled Lamb Kebabs with Yogurt Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground lamb meat; 1 extra-large sweet onion, grated; 10 medium garlic cloves, grated or pressed; 2 large eggs; 2/3 cup plain breadcrumbs; 1/3 cup plain yogurt; 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint; 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill; 1 1/2 tbsp sea salt; 1 tsp ground black pepper; 1 1/2 tsp ground coriander; 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1 1/2 tsp paprika; 1 1/2 cups plain yogurt (preferably sheep milk yogurt); 4 medium garlic cloves (for the yogurt sauce); 1 large lemon (zest and 2 tbsp lemon juice); 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint; 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill; 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro; 1 to 2 tsp sea salt and ground black pepper (to taste); 1 large red bell pepper, sliced; 3 cups cucumber, sliced; 2 large heirloom tomatoes, chopped; 1 small onion, sliced; 1/4 cup sliced green scallions; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill; 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

Description

Succulent grilled lamb kebabs served with a rich yogurt dipping sauce and a vibrant salad, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs ground lamb meat
1 extra-large sweet onion, grated
10 medium garlic cloves, grated or pressed
2 large eggs
2/3 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/3 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1 1/2 tbsp sea salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 1/2 tsp ground coriander
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp paprika
1 1/2 cups plain yogurt (preferably sheep milk yogurt)
4 medium garlic cloves (for the yogurt sauce)
1 large lemon (zest and 2 tbsp lemon juice)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
1 to 2 tsp sea salt and ground black pepper (to taste)
1 large red bell pepper, sliced
3 cups cucumber, sliced
2 large heirloom tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion, sliced
1/4 cup sliced green scallions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 to 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
3 to 4 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper (to taste)
7 cups steamed white rice (for serving)

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Instructions

Combine the ground lamb with grated onion, garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, and yogurt in a large mixing bowl. Mix gently until well combined.
Add chopped cilantro, mint, dill, sea salt, black pepper, coriander, cumin, and paprika. Fold together until evenly distributed.
Wet your hands and shape the lamb mixture around skewers, forming elongated patties.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush it lightly with olive oil.
Grill the kebabs for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning occasionally, until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
Prepare the yogurt sauce by whisking together yogurt, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped herbs; chill in the refrigerator.
Combine all salad ingredients in a bowl, tossing gently to ensure even flavor distribution.
Serve the kebabs hot off the grill with steamed rice, salad, and yogurt dipping sauce.

Notes

Make-ahead tips: Prepare the kebab mixture the day before. Cooking alternatives include using an air fryer or baking in the oven.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 kebab with sauce
Calories: 380
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 100mg