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Greek Lamb Souvlaki Skewers with Lemon-Herb Orzo

Name: Greek Lamb Souvlaki Skewers with Lemon-Herb Orzo
Ingredients: 7 oz (198 g) Lamb leg, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1.5 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp Lemon juice; 1 tsp Dried oregano; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.25 tsp Black pepper; 3 oz (85 g) Orzo pasta; 0.75 cup Vegetable broth; 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped; 0.5 tsp Lemon zest

Nutrition

460.2

kcal

Calories

31.8

Protein

36.4

Carbs

23.7

Fat

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Ingredients(11)

Lamb leg, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes7 oz (198 g)

Extra virgin olive oil1.5 tbsp

Lemon juice2 tbsp

Dried oregano1 tsp

Garlic, minced2 cloves

Salt0.5 tsp

Black pepper0.25 tsp

Orzo pasta3 oz (85 g)

Vegetable broth0.75 cup

Fresh parsley, chopped2 tbsp

Lemon zest0.5 tsp

Instructions

Prepare the lamb marinade: In a bowl, combine 1 tbsp of olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the lamb cubes and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.

While the lamb marinates, prepare the orzo. Heat the remaining 0.5 tbsp olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the orzo and toast for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant.

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally.

Thread the marinated lamb onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.

Preheat your grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C).

Grill the lamb skewers for 3-5 minutes per side, or until nicely charred and cooked to your desired doneness (medium-rare is recommended for lamb, about 135°F / 57°C internal temperature).

Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the fresh chopped parsley and lemon zest. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Serve the grilled lamb souvlaki skewers alongside the lemon-herb orzo. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.