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
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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.
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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.
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Prepare the lemon drizzle: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
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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.
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Finish & serve: Drizzle lamb with lemon sauce and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
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Marinate lamb overnight for extra tenderness and flavor.
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Substitute chicken or beef if preferred.
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Leftover lamb can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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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