Gourmet Lamb Souvlaki Wraps

Prep: 30 min • Cook: 15 min. Succulent lamb souvlaki infused with rosemary and mint, tucked into warm pita with a fresh, homemade mint tzatziki sauce and crisp salad. This dish offers a delightful blend of tender, marinated lamb with the cooling freshness of tzatziki, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Preparation time
30 min
Cooking time
15 min
Total time
45 min
Servings
4

Instructions

Prepare Souvlaki Marinade

  1. 1In a bowl, combine chopped rosemary, chopped mint, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2Add the lamb cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.

Make Mint Tzatziki

  1. 1In a medium bowl, combine the grated and squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, finely chopped mint, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
  2. 2Stir well to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cook the Lamb

  1. 1Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. 2Thread the marinated lamb onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes prior to prevent burning).
  3. 3Grill the lamb skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.

Assemble the Wraps

  1. 1Warm the pita bread slightly. You can do this in a dry skillet, in the oven, or microwave.
  2. 2Spread a generous amount of mint tzatziki onto each warm pita.
  3. 3Top with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
  4. 4Place the cooked lamb souvlaki onto the filling.
  5. 5Fold the pita bread to create wraps and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Calories
651 kcal
Protein
35 g
Fat
38 g
Carbs
41 g
NutrientPer serving
Calories651 kcal
Protein35 g
Fat38 g
Carbs41 g

Tips

  • Marinating the lamb for at least 30 minutes is crucial for tender meat and infused flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking the lamb souvlaki to ensure it remains juicy and tender.
  • Serve the souvlaki wraps with extra tzatziki and a fresh side salad for a complete meal.

By Chef Michael Ilin