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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Main Dish ยป Meat

    Lemon Herb Lamb Kabobs

    Published: Jun 16, 2015 ยท Updated: Jun 4, 2019 ยท Post may contain affiliate links

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    Proof that lamb doesn't have to be fussy or intimidating, these Lemon Herb U.S. Lamb Kabobs are delicious and easy to make

    Disclosure: I was compensated for this post. All thoughts and opinions are completely my own.

    silver platter on wooden pier with lamb and vegetable kabobs

    Summer is my jam. I love the warm weather, the weekends spent on the water, and the food... fresh produce and food on the grill = yum. Summer is so wonderful!

    I spend many summer weekends at our bay house with family, and we always enjoy leisurely days filled with activities on the water and delicious food & drinks.

    little girl and adult reaching for lamb kabobs on a pier

    It's basically a given that the grill will be involved in one or all meals. It is way too toasty outside to sit in a hot kitchen and turn on the oven or stove. No thank you.

    The grill is definitely the way to go, and grilled food just tastes like summer.

    You know what was made for the grill? Lamb. Lamb was totally made for the grill!

    silver platter with lamb and vegetable kabobs

    Wait, don't get nervous about cooking lamb on the grill. It's incredibly easy; I was honestly surprised how simple it was!

    Naturally, being with my family and all, I had my grandmother Nan help me create a grilled lamb recipe. It turned out amazing! {Note: all of Nan's ideas turn out amazing!}

    little girl and female holding lamb kabobs on a wooden pier

    We decided on making kabobs with a butterfly leg of lamb and tons of colorful fresh veggies. That idea was genius! Kabobs are made for summer. They are portable and pretty and perfect.

    I specifically look for Shepherd's Pride or Cedar Springs American lamb because the family ranchers take the extra care to raise lambs as nature intended -- and you can taste the difference!

    Their lamb is fresh and safe -- grown in America instead of being shipped from Australia or somewhere else over 10,000 miles away.

    lamb, zucchini, mushrooms, squash, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, onion, lemons

    How to Make Lemon Herb US Lamb Kabobs

    These kabobs are pretty simple to make.

    Chop all your veggies, whisk up a quick & easy marinade, and let the lamb & veggies marinate for about an hour. Then everything is good to go on the grill. It's that easy.

    Along with Nan, I had my trusty helper Joy stir the marinade and give the ultimate yay or nay on the success of the recipe.

    smiling little girl in white nightgown stirring a marinade in a glass measuring cup

    Seeing a six-year-old dance while enjoying lamb from a kabob is one of the best experiences ever; I'll tell you that.

    Lamb kabobs + dancing on the wharf is the best way to spend a summer evening.

    little girl smiling and eating lamb kabobs

    A really important tip when you're slicing your lamb for the grill: make sure to cut against the grain.

    I started by slicing the meal into strips against the grain. Then I cut each slice into chunks by cutting on the diagonal to keep everything against the grain.

    Cutting with the grain is a total no-no when it comes to slicing meat. Just say no!

    lamb and vegetable kabobs on the grill

    Other than that, you just want to make sure to marinate your lamb for at least an hour or so, and pick your favorite veggies to grill.

    Not pictured is the corn we grilled as our starch to go along with the nutritious, colorful produce and delicious, high quality protein in American lamb.

    Speaking of high quality protein, lamb is full of goodness. Lamb is an excellent source of protein, zinc, niacin, selenium, and Vitamin B12. It also has iron and riboflavin.

    When picking lamb, your leaner options are leg, loin, and shank.

    little girl excited with mouth open holding a piece of lamb

    So forget about your previous misconception that lamb was fussy or hard to prepare, and fire up that grill to make these lemony, herbalicious lamb kabobs.

    Your tastebuds can thank me later.

    little girl smiling and taking lamb off a skewer

    Seriously, if the world's most adorable almost six-year-old's love for these lamb kabobs can't convince you to try this tasty recipe, I don't know what will.

    little girl taking a lamb kabob off a silver platter with lamb and vegetable kabobs

    Some other great lamb recipes:

    • Instant Pot Lamb Curry
    • Curry Lamb Stuffed Zucchini
    • Lamb Stuffed Peppers
    silver platter on wooden pier with vegetable and lamb kabobs

    Lemon Herb Lamb Kabobs

    Proof that lamb doesn't have to be fussy or intimidating; these delicious grilled Lemon Herb Lamb Kabobs are easy to make
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Author: Meme

    Ingredients

    for the lamb:

    • 2 pounds Cedar Springs or Shepherd's Pride butterflied leg of lamb
    • ยฝ cup fresh lemon juice about 3 to 4 lemons
    • ยผ cup olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon creole mustard
    • 2 teaspoon salt
    • ยฝ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 3 cloves minced garlic
    • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
    • 6 sprigs fresh rosemary

    for the veggies:

    • 2 medium bell peppers chopped
    • 1 large onion chopped
    • 1 pound zucchini chopped
    • 1 pound yellow squash chopped
    • 1 pound mushrooms whole
    • 1 pint cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
    • ยผ cup fresh lemon juice about 1-2 lemons
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
    • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary

    Instructions

    for the lamb:

    • Slice the lamb against the grain and chop into 1-2 inch pieces on a diagonal. Add to a zip top bag or plastic or glass container.
    • Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, creole mustard, salt, cayenne pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Pour marinate over lamb and refrigerate for at least one hour.

    for the veggies:

    • Meanwhile, chop the veggies. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, thyme, and rosemary. Toss marinade with veggies.
    • To cook:
    • Preheat the grill to medium high. Thread lamb onto skewers. Thread veggies onto skewers. When ready to grill, reduce heat to medium. Cook lamb and veggies on the grill for 10 minutes covered over medium. Uncover, rotate and cook another 15-20 minutes until medium rare or to desired doneness. Let veggies cook a few minutes longer until tender.
    • Lamb will cook for a total of 20-25 minutes; veggies will cook for a total of 30-35 minutes.
    • Enjoy!
    Did you try this recipe?Be sure to leave a comment & recipe rating below. Bonus points for tagging @memeinge & #livingwellkitchen on Instagram! THANK YOU! xo

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    Nutrition Facts
    Lemon Herb Lamb Kabobs
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    250
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    14
    g
    22
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    2
    g
    13
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    45
    mg
    15
    %
    Sodium
     
    955
    mg
    42
    %
    Potassium
     
    941
    mg
    27
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    13
    g
    4
    %
    Fiber
     
    3
    g
    13
    %
    Sugar
     
    7
    g
    8
    %
    Protein
     
    19
    g
    38
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1575
    IU
    32
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    85.9
    mg
    104
    %
    Calcium
     
    46
    mg
    5
    %
    Iron
     
    2.9
    mg
    16
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Meme

    What's your favorite way to enjoy lamb?

    aunt and girl smiling while holding lamb kabobs on a wooden pier

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    1. Dietitan Jess says

      June 16, 2015 at 11:41 am

      I've only had lamb a couple times- as a burger... I definitely need to try it some other ways! Your helper is adorable!

      Reply
      • Meme says

        June 16, 2015 at 10:43 pm

        Love lamb burgers, but you definitely need to try them in kabobs! And thanks -- I agree ๐Ÿ˜‰

        Reply
    2. Regan @ The Healthy Aperture Blog says

      June 16, 2015 at 5:15 pm

      So cute and such a yummy looking lamb recipe!!

      Reply
      • Meme says

        June 16, 2015 at 10:46 pm

        Thanks Regan! It is pretty yummy!

        Reply
    3. Lauren @ Eating with a Purpose says

      June 16, 2015 at 7:32 pm

      Beautiful pics of you and your niece! Will have to try these kabobs soon!

      Reply
      • Meme says

        June 16, 2015 at 10:47 pm

        Aw thanks Lauren!! You definitely need to try them ๐Ÿ™‚ xo

        Reply
    4. Vasu Thorpe says

      June 19, 2015 at 5:50 am

      Love these pictures and I will have to make these soon! I've only used lamb in sliders/burgers and these look like the perfect Summer recipe.

      Reply
      • Meme says

        July 20, 2015 at 9:42 pm

        Thanks Vasu!! You totally need to try these! I had only really had lamb burgers before too but I loved these ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply

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