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Loin Lamb Chop with Mint Pesto

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Description
The mint pesto that accompanies these lamb chops is so much healthier than the sugary mint jelly that's often served. Because loin lamb chops are lean and tiny, you'll want two for each serving. They're delicious served with steamed broccoli, Brussels sprouts, or another dark green vegetable.

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Ingredients

  • Mint pesto:
  • Ingredients
  • 2/3 cup packed fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley leaves
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts or chopped walnuts
  • 1 garlic clove, smashed and peeled
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Lamb chops:
  • 8 loin lamb chops (each about 1" thick), well trimmed
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Details

Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 25mins

Preparation

Step 1

For the pesto: In a blender or food processor, process the mint, parsley, nuts, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice until finely chopped. With the machine running, drizzle in the oil and process until almost smooth.

For the lamb: Place the chops on a broiler pan. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Broil the chops for 3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer 2 chops to each of 4 plates and top evenly with pesto.

Nutritional Information:
253 calories
14 total fat (4 g sat)
2 g carbohydrate
28 g protein
1 g fiber
92 mg sodium

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