Elevate spring with these Herb-Crusted Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Pesto, ready in 25 minutes! Tender lamb chops coated in a fragrant herb crust are grilled and paired with a zesty mint pesto—perfect for a flavorful, elegant meal.
Why It’s a Spring Standout
These lamb chops blend savory herbs with juicy meat, complemented by a fresh mint pesto. They’re quick, sophisticated, and grill-ready—ideal for special dinners.
Ingredients
- Lamb Chops:
- 8 lamb chops (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Mint Pesto:
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp almonds or pine nuts
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper
How to Make It
- Mix 2 tbsp olive oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Rub onto lamb chops.
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chops 3-4 min per side for medium (135°F/57°C).
- Blend mint, 1/4 cup olive oil, nuts, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve chops hot with mint pesto drizzled or on the side.
Recipe Card: Herb-Crusted Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Pesto
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Total Time: 25 min
Servings: 4
Calories: 420 kcal
Ingredients
- Lamb Chops:
- 8 lamb chops (~1 lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- Mint Pesto:
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp almonds or pine nuts
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Combine 2 tbsp oil, rosemary, thyme, garlic, salt, pepper. Coat lamb chops.
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chops 3-4 min per side (135°F/57°C for medium).
- Blend mint, 1/4 cup oil, nuts, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper until smooth.
- Serve chops with pesto.
Notes
- Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.
- Use fresh herbs if available.
