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Grilled Lamb Kebabs

June 15, 2019 by Wendy Polisi 10 Comments

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Growing up, the only meats that we ate were chicken, beef, and pork. It wasn’t until my early 30’s that I finally broadened my horizons at my husbands urging and started cooking lamb. It was love at first bite! These Grilled Lamb Kebabs deserve to be a rest-of-summer habit. With briny olives and full flavored seasonings that give a punchy vibrant flavor, this recipe works just as well for a family meal as it does for your next grill out with a crowd!

Overhead photo of Keto Lamb Kebabs on a white marble cutting board drizzles with a cream sauce and garnished with dill.
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1 You Need This Lamb Kebab Recipe!
2 How to Make Grilled Lamb Kebabs
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 Tips for Making Lamb Kebabs:
5 Variations for This Recipe:
6 If You Like This Recipe You May Also Like:
7 Easy Grilled Lamb Kebabs
8 Grilled Lamb Kebabs
9 Other Low Carb Lamb Recipes to Try:

You Need This Lamb Kebab Recipe!

I often hear people say that they are bored with the food on a keto diet. On the one hand, I get it.

It is easy to eat the same few things over and over again, and if cooking isn’t your thing, then it could get boring.

On the other hand, it takes minimal effort to mix things up. Take these Grilled Lamb Kebabs, for example.

They the kind of dish that you would have enjoyed even before going low carb, and a great easy way to mix up your meal plan.

You do have to plan ahead to allow the meat to have time to marinade. But the hands-on time for this recipe is just 25 minutes, making it a clear winner in the easy weekend dinner category.

I like to serve this with Tzataki Sauce, which I make with sour cream instead of yogurt most of the time since sour cream is lower in carbs. Over a bed of cauliflower rice, it is such a simple meal that really delivers in the flavor department.

How to Make Grilled Lamb Kebabs

Make the Marinade – Whisk together avocado oil, oregano, paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper in a shallow bowl.  

Marinate – Cube the lamb and add it to the bowl with the marinade.  (You can also use a large zip top baggie.)

Photo of cubed lamb in a zip top bag with marinade.

Soak – If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes

Chop – Chop your veggies while the meat is marinating.

Photo of red onion and red pepper chopped on a cutting board.

Preheat – Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high.  Brush the grates (or pan) with oil.

Thread – Remove the lamb from the marinade.  Thread lamb, onion, red pepper, and olives onto the wooden skewers.

Season – Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Grill – Grill the kebabs, turning about half way through, for about 10 minutes.  (Or to desired doneness!)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the appropriate internal temperature for lamb?

  • 120 degrees F – Rare
  • 130 degrees F – Medium Rare
  • 140 degrees F – Medium
  • 150 degrees F – Medium Well
  • 160 degrees F – Well Done

Should I let lamb rest after cooking?

Yes! Lamb muscles loosen up when they cool, so resting increases the ability to retain juices. This means that you end up with juicy meat instead of juice all over your cutting board. Let the lamb rest for about 10 minutes.

Is it safe to use wooden skewers on a grill?

For safety reasons, wooden skewers should not be used on a grill unless they have been soaked for at least 20 minutes in water.

What should I serve on the side?

Cauliflower rice, cauliflower couscous, or a simple green salad are all great side dishes for this recipe.

Tips for Making Lamb Kebabs:

  • It is best to salt the lamb a day before you are planning on cooking it even if you don’t plan on marinating it overnight. If you do so, don’t add additional salt to the marinade.
  • Since the cut, fat content, and shape of your lamb will have a significant impact on how fast the lamb cooks, I recommend getting an instant-read thermometer to test the temperature of the meat. Digital thermometers are the easiest to use.

Variations for This Recipe:

  • Switch up the vegetables!  Other great veggies to try are zucchini, summer squash, mushrooms, tomatoes, and eggplant.
  • Add cubed halloumi cheese to the skewers.
  • Add 2 teaspoons of minced garlic to the marinade.
Close up photo of grilled lamb kebabs drizzled with sauce on a white plate with a lemon.

If You Like This Recipe You May Also Like:

  • Keto Steak Marinade
  • Keto Grilled Chicken
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Easy Grilled Lamb Kebabs

There is nothing that says summer quite so much as grilling, and these lamb kebabs are the perfect way to mix up your game. This recipe is ideal for a lazy weekend afternoon when you have a million other things you’d rather be doing than cooking. Feel free to mix up the vegetables to use what you have on hand!

Close up photo of grilled lamb kebabs drizzled with sauce on a white plate with a lemon.
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Grilled Lamb Kebabs

Grilled Lamb Kebabs deserve to be a rest-of-summer habit. Briny olives and full flavored seasonings give a punchy vibrant flavor, you will love this recipe.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Time to Soak Skewers20 mins
Total Time45 mins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: grilling, spicy, summer
Servings: 8
Calories: 527kcal
Author: Wendy Polisi
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualified sales.

Equipment

  • wooden skewers
  • grill pan or grill

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 3/4 cup avocado oil plus more for the grill
  • 2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds lamb boneless, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces

Vegetables

  • 1 red onion cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup pitted green olives
  • Wooden Skewers soaked for 30 minutes
  • For serving: Tzataki Cauliflower Rice

Instructions

  • In a bowl whisk together avocado oil, oregano, smoked paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Add the cubed lamb and mix well.
  • Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Brush the grates with oil.
  • Remove the lamb from the marinade. Thread the lamb, onion, red pepper and olives onto the wooden skewers. Season will salt and pepper.
  • Grill the kebabs, turning as needed, for about 10 minutes. (Or to desired doneness.)
  • Serve with Tzataki over cauliflower rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 527kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 203mg | Potassium: 324mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 675IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2.5mg

Other Low Carb Lamb Recipes to Try:

  • Lamb Lollipops from Kitchen Swagger
  • Grilled Lamb Chops from Drizzle and Dip
  • Pan Seared Lamb Chops from Low Carb Maven
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Comments

  1. Lola Osinkolu

    June 16, 2019 at 11:49 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve also recently discovered the magic of lamb! These look extremely delicious!

    Reply
  2. Bill Sweeney

    June 19, 2019 at 8:41 pm

    5 stars
    I wouldn’t mind eating these! They look so delicious. An excellent summer-time meal.

    Reply
  3. GiGi Eats

    June 19, 2019 at 9:55 pm

    Lamb is not a typical meat you see on a kebob – so I am ALL about this life because I love switching up the meats here and there!

    Reply
  4. Carolyn

    June 20, 2019 at 12:05 am

    You know, I’ve never actually made lamb before, but I’d like to try. I’m getting a little tired of all the chicken. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  5. Ray

    June 20, 2019 at 11:09 am

    Yum! As an Aussie, i love lamb. It’s a little harder to find on the road whilst traveling, but when you do, it tastes amazing! Thanks for sharing your lovely recipe and tantalizing photos.

    Reply
  6. Lavern Moore

    June 20, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    These grilled lamb kebabs look so delicious. Can’t wait to try this recipe.

    Reply
  7. Lyanna Soria

    June 20, 2019 at 1:42 pm

    5 stars
    I don’t think I’ve tried lamb before but that Grilled Lamb Kebabs looks amazing. I think my husband would love to try this kind of food.

    Reply
  8. Denise C

    June 20, 2019 at 8:31 pm

    I’ve been eating way too many carbs lately. I need this protein!

    Reply
  9. Rosey

    June 21, 2019 at 3:26 am

    I’ve never seen it made into kebabs. We usually use chicken or beef. It’s nice to change things up.

    Reply
  10. Heather

    June 21, 2019 at 12:05 pm

    5 stars
    This looks like a great recipe! I love to make things and I can’t wait to make this. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply

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