Marinated lamb kebabs flavoured with lemon, olive oil, Mint, Garlic, Rosemary and Oregano, served with a tasty Greek salad and refreshing tzatziki. A real treat for all lovers of Greek food, perfect for summer nights.

Ingredients

• LAMB SOUVLAKI:
• 3 tbs olive oil
• 2 tbs Schwartz Perfect Shake Lamb Herb & Spice Blend
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 450g (1lb) lamb leg steaks. diced
• GREEK SALAD:
• 1 green pepper, sliced
• 8 cherry tomatoes, quartered
• ½ cucumber, cut into chunks
• 175g (6oz) feta cheese, cubed
• 25g (1oz) black olives, sliced
• Schwartz Chillies Crushed pinch
• 1 tsp Schwartz Mixed Herbs
• 1 tbs extra-virgin olive oil
• TZATZIKI:
• 200g Greek yoghurt
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp Schwartz Mint
• ¼ cucumber, grated
• Schwartz Sea Salt and Black Pepper to season
• Wooden skewers, soaked to prevent burning

Method

STEP 1Blend together the olive oil, Perfect Shake Lamb Special Blend, lemon zest and juice in a large bowl. Add the diced lamb and toss to coat evenly in the marinade. Cover and leave to marinade for 30 minutes, or for best results overnight in the refrigerator.

STEP 2For the Greek salad, combine the green pepper, tomatoes, cucumber, feta and black olives together in a bowl. Sprinkle over the Chillies, Mixed Herbs, drizzle with the olive oil and stir through.

STEP 3To make the tzatziki, fold the Greek yoghurt, lemon zest and juice, Mint and cucumber together. Season to taste and set aside in the refrigerator until ready.

STEP 4Remove the lamb from the marinade and thread onto skewers. Pre-heat the grill (or barbecue) to a medium-high heat. Grill the kebabs for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, or until cooked to your liking.

STEP 5Serve the lamb souvlaki with the Greek salad and tzatziki.

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This recipe uses

Perfect Shake Lamb Herb & Spice Blend

Chillies Crushed

Mixed Herbs

Mint