Citrus-Marinated Grilled Lamb Chops with Mint Yogurt Sauce

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Tender lamb chops marinated in bright citrus and herbs grilled to perfection, served alongside a cooling mint yogurt sauce for a balanced Mediterranean feast. This Mediterranean-inspired lamb recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, lemon juice, orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup orange juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place 8 lamb rib chops in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 6 hours.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, 1/2 small grated and drained cucumber, and 1/2 tsp salt in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
  4. Step 4: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove lamb chops from marinade and shake off excess. Grill chops for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to desired doneness.
  5. Step 5: Transfer lamb chops to a plate, season with remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Serve immediately with chilled mint yogurt sauce on the side.

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