Description
This Greek Lamb Mezze Platter with Lemon Drizzle is a colorful, crowd-pleasing Mediterranean feast! Juicy grilled lamb, creamy hummus and tzatziki, fresh veggies, briny olives, and crumbled feta come together on one platter, topped with a tangy lemon drizzle. Perfect for entertaining or a special family dinner, it’s vibrant, flavorful, and surprisingly easy to prepare. Every bite is a mix of smoky, tangy, and fresh flavors that make your taste buds dance.
Ingredients
- For the Lamb:
- 1 ½ lbs (700g) lamb leg or shoulder, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- For the Mezze Platter:
- 1 cup hummus
- 1 cup tzatziki
- ½ cup Kalamata olives
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- Warm pita or flatbread, cut into wedges
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- For the Lemon Drizzle:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Pinch of salt & black pepper
Instructions
Marinate the lamb: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss lamb cubes in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Cook the lamb: Thread marinated lamb onto skewers. Grill or pan-sear over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and tender.
Prepare the lemon drizzle: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assemble the platter: Arrange hummus, tzatziki, olives, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta, and pita wedges on a large platter. Place the lamb skewers in the center.
Finish & serve: Drizzle lamb with lemon sauce and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
Marinate lamb overnight for extra tenderness and flavor.
Substitute chicken or beef if preferred.
Leftover lamb can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Gluten-free? Serve with lettuce wraps or gluten-free pita.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 platter
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 115mg