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Grilled Citrus Lamb Skewers

Grilled Citrus Lamb Skewers for a Flavorful Summer Feast

These Grilled Citrus Lamb Skewers are a must-try for summer gatherings, combining juicy lamb with zesty flavors.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 0.25 cup olive oil or grapeseed oil for milder taste
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped; shallots can be substituted
  • 3 cloves garlic or garlic powder as alternative
  • 0.25 cup fresh dill fresh parsley or mint can be used
  • 1 large lemon juice or lime juice as substitute
  • 1 large lemon zest or orange zest for sweeter flavor
  • 1 tablespoon oregano dried oregano works if fresh unavailable
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Skewers
  • 2 pounds boneless leg of lamb cubed; alternative: lamb shoulder or stew meat
  • 1 cup vegetables zucchini, yellow squash, and red onion; substitute with seasonal veggies

Equipment

  • grill
  • Food Processor
  • Ziploc bag
  • Wooden Skewers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a food processor, combine olive oil, yellow onion, garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, and salt and pepper. Pulse until smooth.
  2. Place cubed lamb in a large Ziploc bag and pour marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  3. Remove lamb from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 1 hour. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C).
  5. Thread marinated lamb onto soaked wooden skewers, alternating with vegetables, leaving space between pieces.
  6. Grill skewers for about 7-8 minutes, rotating halfway through until lamb is medium-rare at 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove from grill and let skewers rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the lamb overnight. Use seasonal vegetables for variety.

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