Spiced Salmon Kebabs

Name: Spiced Salmon Kebabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1½ pounds skinless salmon fillet; 2 whole lemons; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 16 pieces bamboo skewers

Succulent salmon kebabs seasoned with a Mediterranean-inspired blend of oregano, sesame seeds, and cumin, grilled to perfection with fresh lemon slices for a light and flavorful meal.

4 servings

23 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
•2 teaspoons sesame seeds
•1 teaspoon ground cumin
•1 teaspoon kosher salt
•¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
•1½ pounds skinless salmon fillet
•2 whole lemons
•2 tablespoons olive oil
•16 pieces bamboo skewers

Cooking Instructions

1.
Prepare grill for medium heat. Mix oregano, sesame seeds, cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl to combine; set spice mixture aside.
5 min
2.
Beginning and ending with salmon, thread salmon and folded lemon slices onto 8 pairs of parallel skewers to make 8 kebabs total. Brush with oil and season with reserved spice mixture.
10 min
3.
Grill, turning occasionally, until fish is opaque throughout, 5-8 minutes.
8 min