Mediterranean Lamb & Pepper Skewers with Lemon Herb Yoghurt

Serves: 1 Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 2 hours marinating) Cook Time: 10–15 minutes

Ingredients

For the Lamb Skewers

• 160g lean lamb shoulder, diced into bite-sized cubes

• ½ green bell pepper, cut into large chunks

• ½ red onion, cut into large chunks

• Olive oil spray

  
  

For the Marinade

• ½ tsp chilli flakes

• ½ tsp cumin seeds

• ½ tsp fennel seeds

• 1 tsp garlic granules or finely minced garlic

• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

• Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Lemon Herb Yoghurt

• 75g Greek yoghurt

• Juice of ½ lemon

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

• 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped

• Pinch of sea salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

Method

Step 1

Place the lamb cubes into a bowl and season with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Combine the chilli flakes, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, garlic and olive oil. Pour over the lamb and mix thoroughly until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for maximum flavour.

Step 3

Cut the pepper and onion into large chunks. Thread the lamb, pepper and onion onto skewers, alternating ingredients to create colourful skewers.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 250°C or heat a grill or griddle pan until very hot.

Step 5

Place a baking tray in the oven to heat. Carefully remove the tray, lightly spray with olive oil and arrange the skewers on top.

Step 6

Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway through, until the lamb is lightly charred on the outside and cooked to your preference.

Step 7

Meanwhile, combine the Greek yoghurt, lemon juice, parsley, mint, salt and pepper in a small bowl and stir until smooth.

Step 8

Serve the skewers immediately with the lemon herb yoghurt spooned alongside or drizzled over the lamb.

Nutritionist’s Notes

Lamb provides highly bioavailable protein, iron, zinc, vitamin B12 and carnitine, making it a nutrient-dense option for supporting muscle maintenance, energy production and recovery. The combination of warming spices adds depth of flavour while complementing the richness of the lamb.

The lemon herb yoghurt adds freshness and acidity, helping to balance the dish while contributing additional protein and beneficial nutrients from fermented dairy.

Variations

• Serve with a Greek-style tomato and cucumber salad.

• Add courgette or aubergine chunks to the skewers.

• Replace lamb with chicken thigh for a lighter alternative.

• Add smoked paprika to the marinade for extra depth.

• Serve alongside cauliflower rice or roasted Mediterranean vegetables.

Approximate Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450–550 kcal

• Protein: 35–40g

• Fat: 25–35g

• Carbohydrates: 8–12g

• Fibre: 2–4g

A vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring tender spiced lamb, sweet roasted vegetables and a fresh lemon herb yoghurt that brings restaurant-quality flavour to a simple high-protein meal.