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Greek Grilled Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

Prep 20 min · Cook 20 min · Serves 5 · medium

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Greek Grilled Lamb Souvlaki with Tzatziki Sauce

Tender marinated lamb skewers grilled to perfection and served with a cool, creamy tzatziki sauce, fresh pita bread, and a crisp Greek salad.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lamb, cubed, leg or shoulder
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 1 cup cucumber, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp dill
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 10 pita bread
  • 2 cups tomatoes, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the lamb, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.

  2. 2

    Make the tzatziki sauce by mixing the yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, and salt in a medium bowl. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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