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lamb

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken offers a leaner option while beef is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is more cost-effective.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides more protein, while sour cream is often less expensive.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: fresh chili

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Fresh chili adds flavor without extra cost, while black pepper is a common substitute.

Soak skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Chop lamb into bite-sized pieces and place in a mixing bowl.

Finely chop onions, garlic, and parsley; add to the bowl with lamb.

Sprinkle cumin, sumac, black pepper, and salt over the mixture.

Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice; mix until well combined.

Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Thread marinated lamb onto skewers, alternating with tomatoes and bell peppers.

Place skewers on the grill; cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until lamb is browned and cooked through.

Serve hot with pita bread and yogurt on the side.

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