Spiced lamb skewers with pomegranate tzatziki

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Spiced lamb skewers with pomegranate tzatziki
23 min.
16
88kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of our Spiced Lamb Skewers with Pomegranate Tzatziki, a delightful dish that perfectly balances savory and refreshing elements. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself to a fun culinary adventure, these skewers are the perfect gluten-free appetizer that everyone will love. In just 23 minutes, you can whip up these aromatic lamb skewers that are not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor!

The secret lies in the exquisite blend of spices: ground cumin, coriander, garam masala, and a hint of cinnamon, which infuse the tender lamb with sensational depth. Each bite transports you to a world of warmth and spice, inviting the taste buds to dance. Complementing the skewers is a luscious tzatziki made from creamy Greek yogurt, finely chopped shallots, garlic, fresh mint, and crunchy cucumber, drizzled with a touch of honey for sweetness. This refreshing sauce is a match made in heaven for the spiced lamb!

Finish the dish with an elegant sprinkle of pomegranate seeds, adding not only a pop of color but also a burst of flavor that balances out the richness of the skewers. Perfect for a starter, snack, or antipasti platter, these Spiced Lamb Skewers with Pomegranate Tzatziki are sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • 300 lamb loins diced
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin 
  • 200 greek yogurt 
  •  shallots chopped
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • small handful mint leaves chopped
  • piece cucumber diced
  • 16 servings honey 
  • 50 pomegranate seeds 

Equipment

  • grill
  • cocktail sticks

Directions

  1. Mix the lamb with the cumin, coriander, garam masala and cinnamon. For the tzatziki, mix the Greek yogurt, shallot, garlic, mint, cucumber and honey.
  2. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds. Cook the lamb under a hot grill for 8 mins, turning halfway. Thread each piece onto a cocktail stick. serve with tzatziki.

Nutrition Facts

Calories88kcal
Protein20.73%
Fat45.37%
Carbs33.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.45
Glycemic Load
3.44
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.9230434868647%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:88.44kcal
4.42%
Fat:4.52g
6.96%
Saturated Fat:1.93g
12.08%
Carbohydrates:7.6g
2.53%
Net Carbohydrates:7.25g
2.64%
Sugar:6.97g
7.74%
Cholesterol:14.31mg
4.77%
Sodium:16.71mg
0.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.65g
9.3%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.68%
Selenium:4.9µg
7%
Vitamin B3:1.18mg
5.9%
Phosphorus:53.5mg
5.35%
Zinc:0.78mg
5.19%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.99%
Potassium:104.28mg
2.98%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.71%
Iron:0.46mg
2.53%
Vitamin K:2.56µg
2.43%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.31%
Copper:0.05mg
2.26%
Folate:9.03µg
2.26%
Calcium:22.34mg
2.23%
Magnesium:8.88mg
2.22%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.21%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.02%
Vitamin C:1.22mg
1.48%
Fiber:0.35g
1.4%