Grilled Baby Lamb Chops with Orange Mint Yogurt Sauce
Elevate your next grilling session with these exquisitely tender Grilled Baby Lamb Chops paired with a vibrant Orange Mint Yogurt Sauce. Perfectly seasoned with a fragrant rosemary and thyme marinade, these lamb chops are seared to perfection, delivering a caramelized crust and juicy interior in just minutes. The star of the plate, however, is the citrusy yogurt dipping sauce, infused with fresh orange juice, zesty mint, and a hint of honey for a refreshing contrast to the savory meat. This recipe is a breeze to prepare, ready in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve these gourmet lamb chops with your favorite side dishes and watch them disappear faster than you can say "mint yogurt sauce"!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces baby lamb chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
Rub the marinade evenly over the baby lamb chops and let them sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Grill the lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness, or adjust the timing to your desired level. Remove from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes.
To make the orange mint yogurt sauce, whisk together Greek yogurt, orange juice, orange zest, finely chopped mint leaves, honey, and ground cumin in a small bowl.
Serve the grilled lamb chops with orange mint yogurt sauce on the side. Garnish with extra mint leaves or orange zest if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.5 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 568 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 2970 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 161.2 g | 322% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 301 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1971 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
