Lamb Souvlaki with Feta-Mint Dipping Sauce |
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Prep Time: 11 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 11 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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You can substitute cubed chicken or beef for the lamb in this easy and flavorful dish. If you don't have Greek seasoning, combine a little dried mint and ground cumin with dried Italian seasoning. Ingredients:
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil |
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
2 teaspoons greek seasoning |
1 teaspoon dried oregano |
1 1/2 pounds boneless lamb, cubed |
12 (6-inch) flat wooden skewers |
1 red onion, cut into wedges |
1 1/2 pints cherry tomatoes |
2 lemons, cut into wedges |
hot cooked rice pilaf or orzo |
feta-mint dipping sauce |
garnish: chopped fresh mint leaves |
Directions:
1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl. Add lamb, stirring to coat. Marinate in refrigerator 1 to 2 hours.
2. Soak skewers in water 30 minutes. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (350° to 400°).
3. Thread lamb, onion, tomatoes, and lemons evenly onto skewers. Grill skewers 5 minutes on each side. Serve with rice pilaf and Feta-Mint Dipping Sauce. Garnish, if desired.
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