Mediterranean Kebab Platter 🥙🔥🍅
Grilled Kebabs, Vibrant Veggies, and Fresh Flavor in Every Bite
If you’ve ever wanted to serve something that looks like a party and tastes even better, this Mediterranean Kebab Platter is your answer. Made with juicy, spice-packed lamb or beef kebabs, smoky grilled veggies, and bright fresh sides like tzatziki and lemon, it’s the kind of meal you’ll want to gather around with friends and family.
The beauty of this dish? It’s endlessly flexible. Serve it as a weeknight dinner, a sunny weekend lunch, or as the centerpiece for your next backyard get-together.
Why I Love This Recipe
This platter checks all the boxes: juicy protein, colorful produce, fresh herbs, and creamy sauce. It’s high-protein, low-carb, and packed with flavor from Middle Eastern and Mediterranean staples like cumin, garlic, and coriander.
The best part? Most of it can be prepped ahead and grilled in minutes.
Ingredients
For the Kebabs:
- 1.5 lbs ground lamb or beef
- 1 small onion, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Chopped parsley, a handful
For the Grilled Veggies:
- Sliced eggplant, zucchini, and broccolini
- Olive oil, for brushing
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Platter:
- Sliced cucumbers and tomatoes
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh herbs (mint, parsley)
- Tzatziki sauce or herbed Greek yogurt
- Flatbread or pita, warm
Ingredient Swaps & Notes
- Protein: Ground chicken or turkey works too—just chill the kebabs before grilling for better hold.
- Veggies: Sub in bell peppers, red onion, or mushrooms.
- Sauce: No tzatziki? Use hummus, labneh, or a lemon-garlic yogurt.
How to Make a Mediterranean Kebab Platter
🔥 Step 1: Make the Kebabs
In a large bowl, combine ground meat, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Form into small logs or ovals and thread onto skewers (metal or soaked bamboo).
Tip: Chill the kebabs for 15 minutes to help them hold their shape on the grill.
Grill over medium-high heat for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly charred.
🥒 Step 2: Grill the Veggies
Brush eggplant, zucchini, and broccolini with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Grill for 2–4 minutes per side, until tender and slightly charred.
🍋 Step 3: Assemble the Platter
On a large serving tray or board, arrange the grilled kebabs and veggies.
Add sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, lemon wedges, and dollops of tzatziki.
Finish with warm pita or flatbread and fresh herbs.
Tips for Success
- Grate the onion finely to keep the kebabs tender and juicy.
- Don’t overhandle the meat—mix just until combined to avoid dense kebabs.
- Serve warm pita: Brush with olive oil and grill for 1 minute per side.
What to Serve with This Platter
Complete your Mediterranean spread with these crowd-pleasers:
- Blueberry Lemonade – bright, fruity, and refreshing
- Light Tangy Chicken Salad – a perfect fresh side
- Walking Taco Bar – another fun DIY food board
- Sheet Pan Quesadillas – great for larger gatherings
- One-Pan Breakfast Bake – for brunch-style leftovers the next day
Leftover & Storage Tips
- Kebabs: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently or enjoy cold in wraps.
- Veggies: Great cold the next day with more tzatziki or over a grain bowl.
- Freezing: Freeze raw kebabs on skewers, separated with parchment, for up to 3 months.
Final Thoughts
This Mediterranean Kebab Platter is your ticket to effortless entertaining or just a delicious dinner with a colorful twist. It’s rustic, flavorful, and loaded with nutrition—whether you go heavy on the grilled veggies or extra generous with the tzatziki.
Try it out and tag @chefmaniac with your platter photos—we love seeing your spins on our favorite recipes! 🌿🔥🥙
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