Char-Grilled Mediterranean Lamb Chops with Tzatziki

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Juicy lamb chops marinated in lemon, garlic, and herbs then char-grilled and served alongside a cool, creamy cucumber tzatziki sauce. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 390 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 390 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 8 lamb rib chops in a shallow dish, pour marinade over, and rub evenly on both sides. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup finely grated and well-drained cucumber, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1 tsp lemon zest in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
  4. Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove lamb chops from marinade and grill for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to desired doneness, until nicely charred and juicy.
  5. Step 5: Let lamb chops rest for 5 minutes before serving with a generous dollop of the chilled tzatziki sauce.

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