Lamb Souvlaki with Grilled Veggies, A Taste of Greece!!

There’s nothing quite like the smoky aroma of grilled lamb souvlaki, especially when paired with vibrant bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. This dish brings the flavors of Greece straight to your table, with juicy marinated lamb, a touch of citrus, and aromatic herbs that make every bite irresistible.

Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue, these souvlaki skewers are best served with warm pita bread, a generous dollop of tzatziki, and a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Whether you’re hosting friends or just treating yourself to a homemade Greek feast, this dish is sure to impress!

Would you try this? Let me know in the comments!

Ingredients

500g lamb leg or shoulder, cut into bite-sized cubes

1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks

1 yellow red pepper, cut into chunks

1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks

10-12 cherry tomatoes

Wooden or metal skewers

For the Marinade:

3 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried thyme

½ tsp ground cumin (optional)

½ tsp smoked paprika

Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For Serving:

Warm pita bread

Tzatziki sauce

Fresh chopped parsleyLemon wedges

Directions

Prepare the Marinade:
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Marinate the Lamb:
Add the lamb cubes to the marinade, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for deeper flavor).

Assemble the Skewers:
Thread the lamb cubes onto skewers, alternating with bell peppers, onion, and cherry tomatoes.

Grill the Souvlaki:

Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.

Cook the skewers for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is browned and cooked to your preferred doneness.

Serve & Enjoy:

Serve hot with warm pita bread, tzatziki, and lemon wedges.

Garnish with fresh parsley.