Heart-Healthy Grilled Lamb Skewers
Elevate your next cookout with these flavorful Heart-Healthy Grilled Lamb Skewers! Crafted from lean lamb cubes and marinated in a zesty combination of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fragrant fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, this recipe is packed with Mediterranean-inspired goodness. Threaded alongside vibrant red bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet red onion, these skewers strike the perfect balance between protein and nutrient-rich vegetables. Grilled to perfection for a slight char and smoky finish, they’re ideal for a wholesome dinner or a stylish BBQ centerpiece. Ready in under an hour, these skewers deliver restaurant-quality taste while promoting cardiovascular health. Pair with whole-grain couscous or a crisp green salad for a complete heart-healthy meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 large Red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large Red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 8 pieces Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, ground cumin, ground black pepper, and salt. Stir well to create a marinade.
Add the lamb cubes to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
While the lamb is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Cut the red bell pepper into 1-inch pieces, slice the red onion into wedges, and wash the cherry tomatoes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using a grill pan, heat the pan over medium-high heat on your stovetop.
Thread the marinated lamb cubes onto the soaked skewers, alternating with pieces of bell pepper, onions, and cherry tomatoes.
Place the skewers on the grill or grill pan. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the lamb is cooked to your desired level of doneness and the vegetables are slightly charred.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the lamb skewers warm with a side of whole-grain couscous or a fresh green salad for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.5 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 1526 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 137.8 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2635 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
