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    Home » Recipes » Main Dishes

    By Kaleigh McMordie - March 8, 2017, Updated February 24, 2021

    Greek Lamb Souvlakis

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    Enjoy classic Greek lamb souvlakis at home with this easy and delicious recipe featuring tender grilled lamb, creamy homemade tzatziki sauce and whole-grain pitas.

    Greek lamb souvlakis

    I'm so excited about today's recipe, y'all. I've wanted to share a recipe for homemade Greek souvlakis for a long time, and I'm finally getting to it! I don't know why I've waited so long to share this delicious recipe for homemade Greek lamb souvlakis with you. But I'm sorry for holding out!

    Greek lamb souvlakis

    When Mr. Table and I lived in Dallas, one of our favorite restaurants to go to was a Greek place called Ziziki's. It was within walking distance from our condo so we would make a date night out of walking down and enjoying some delicious Greek food and making a stop at our favorite frozen custard shop before heading home.

    Ziziki's is where we first tried Greek lamb souvlakis, and we were immediately hooked. I wish I had a cooler story, like trying a Souvlaki while traveling through Europe, but I don't. I guess that's what bucket lists are for.

    Greek lamb souvlakis

    Now that we have a big enough kitchen and grilling situation outside, Mr. Table and I have been making our own souvlakis at home with lamb, chicken, and even salmon. They are absolutely amazing and so perfect for celebrating warmer weather!

    The results of these easy Greek lamb souvlakis are to die for. A warm, whole grain pita filled with juicy marinated lamb grilled to perfection and topped with creamy tzatziki, feta, and red onion is just heavenly. It makes a wonderfully nutritious dinner on a relaxing weekend along with a Greek salad and a glass of wine.

    Greek lamb souvlakis

    If you love Greek food but have never tried it at home, you have got to try this recipe for Greek Lamb souvlakis. It's the perfect recipe to get your feet wet with lamb, and it's an easy and healthy dinner that you'll make again and again. No fancy restaurant or trip to Europe necessary!

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    Greek Lamb Souvlakis

    Greek lamb souvlakis
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    Enjoy classic Greek lamb souvlakis at home with this easy and delicious recipe featuring tender grilled lamb, creamy homemade tzatziki sauce and whole grain pitas.

    • Author: Kaleigh
    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 2 hours
    • Yield: 4 pitas 1x
    • Category: main dish
    • Method: grilled
    • Cuisine: Greek

    Ingredients

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    For lamb skewers:

    • 1 ½ lbs lamb chops
    • ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • Juice of 1 lemon
    • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ½ tsp kosher salt
    • 1 tsp coarsley cracked black pepper
    • 1 tbsp dried oregano

    For Pitas:

    • 4 whole grain pitas
    • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
    • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
    • ½ cup tzatziki sauce
    • Fresh dill, for garnish

    Instructions

    1. Cut lamb chops into 1-inch cubes and place in a container. Add diced onion, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Stir to combine and cover. Let lamb marinate in the refrigerator 1-2 hours.
    2. Heat grill to medium-high heat. Skewer lamb onto metal skewers or presoaked wooden skewers. Grill lamb skewers on high, rotating every couple of minutes, until pink in the center, about 8-10 minutes.
    3. Heat pitas on the grill until just warmed but still soft and pliable. Top with lamb, onion, feta, tzatziki sauce and fresh dill. Enjoy!

    Keywords: Greek lamb, Greek Souvlakis

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    About Kaleigh McMordie

    Kaleigh McMordie, MCN, RDN, LD, is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian in Abilene, Texas, as well as a member of the Baby Led Weaning Dietitians Network. Kaleigh can be found at kaleighmcmordie.com.

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    1. Farrah says

      March 16, 2017 at 8:45 pm

      This is one of my favorite things ever!! I love lamb and haven't had it in the longest time! *-*

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      • Kaleigh says

        March 18, 2017 at 11:56 am

        It's so easy to make and I've found that it's very inexpensive at Sprouts! Let me know if you try it at home! 🙂

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    2. Brynn at The Domestic Dietitian says

      March 08, 2017 at 9:20 pm

      These take me right back to a vacation I took to Greece! Those kebobs are killing it! Beautiful pictures as well.

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    3. teaspoonofspice says

      March 08, 2017 at 4:51 pm

      I'm not much for lamb but I would dive into these!

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    4. Serena Ball MS, RD (@tspcurry) says

      March 08, 2017 at 10:51 am

      I used to work as a waitress at a Greek restaurant in college. Many happy memories. They made killer kabobs. But I've NEVER made for my family. Now I will! Thanks for the fun memories and easy recipe. (:

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