Lamb Chops with Mint Gremolata (Printable)

Juicy lamb chops topped with mint gremolata, zesty and flavorful for an elegant Mediterranean meal.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Lamb Chops

01 - 8 lamb rib chops, approximately 1-inch thick
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Mint Gremolata

07 - 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
08 - 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
10 - 1 garlic clove, minced
11 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Pat lamb chops dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Apply mixture to both sides of lamb chops and marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine finely chopped mint, parsley, lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined and set aside.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill lamb chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting for desired doneness. Allow chops to rest for 5 minutes before plating.
04 - Spoon mint gremolata generously over lamb chops. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The mint gremolata gives lamb a punchy lift that feels like a restaurant treat made at home.
  • It's elegant but quick, so you can serve guests or just reward yourself without fuss.
02 -
  • If you skip drying the lamb chops, the marinade will slide off and the crust won't form.
  • The gremolata must be made fresh—letting it sit too long makes the mint turn dull and lifeless.
03 -
  • Letting the lamb sit uncovered at room temperature before grilling gives you the perfect sear.
  • Swapping mint for basil or cilantro keeps the gremolata fresh for any occasion.
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