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Herbed Lamb Chops

Herbed Lamb Chops

Grilled lamb chops with rosemary and garlic

💪 High Protein
🥗 Low Carb
✓ Diabetes Friendly

27m

Total

320

Calories

34g

Protein

4

Servings

Nutrition Information

2g

Carbs

0g

Fiber

2g

Net Carbs

19g

Fat

0

Ingredients

  • 8 Lamb loin chops (about 1 inch thick)
  • 3 tbsp Fresh rosemary (chopped)
  • 6 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, mix together chopped rosemary, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper

  2. 2

    Place lamb chops in a shallow dish

  3. 3

    Pour marinade over chops, turning to coat both sides

  4. 4

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours

  5. 5

    Remove lamb from refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking

  6. 6

    Preheat grill to medium-high heat or heat a cast iron grill pan over medium-high

  7. 7

    Remove lamb from marinade and shake off excess

  8. 8

    Grill for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (130-135°F)

  9. 9

    Or 5-6 minutes per side for medium (140-145°F)

  10. 10

    Don't press down on chops while cooking

  11. 11

    Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes

  12. 12

    Serve 2 chops per person with roasted vegetables

💡 Tips

  • •Lamb is best at medium-rare - it becomes tough if overcooked
  • •Use a meat thermometer for accuracy
  • •Can marinate overnight for deeper flavor
  • •Pairs beautifully with roasted asparagus or green beans