Lamb kebabs with minty pesto
Lamb rump kebabs that are perfect for summer dining
4
Serves
15 mins
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
Recipe author
Kathy Paterson
This recipe combines tender New Zealand lamb with fresh homemade mint pesto to create the perfect zing. Kebabs are super easy to cook which means more time for you to socialise!
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Ingredients
Lamb
500g Quality Mark lamb rumps
cut into 2.5cm pieces
2 yellow capsicums
cut into same size as lamb
2 small red onions
cut into wedges
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh mint
Fresh mint pesto
2 cups mint leaves
20g pistachio nuts
1 garlic clove
crushed
1/2 tsp finely grated lemon zest
3 Tbsp olive oil
Method
To Grill Lamb
To Make Pesto
To Serve
1
Preheat a barbecue grill until hot.
2
Thread lamb pieces onto the soaked skewers, alternating with the yellow capsicum and adding 2 slices of red onion per skewer.
3
Mix together the oil and fresh mint and brush over the lamb skewers. Season.
4
Place on the hot grill and grill for 2-3 minutes on each side until the lamb is medium-rare.
Start Timer
5
If you prefer your lamb not pink in the center then cook for an extra 2 minutes in total.
Nutrition Information per Serving (323g)
This nutrition analysis is based on 4 serves.
Energy
1866kJ (446 kcal)
Protein
30.9g
Total Fat
31.3g
Saturated Fat
5.9g
Carbs
8.3g
Dietary Fibre
5.6g
Sodium
58mg
Iron
3.9mg
Zinc
4.0mg
Vitamin B12
1.6µg
