Grilled Citrus and Herb-Marinated Lamb Chops with Tzatziki

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-17 · Updated 2026-05-17

Juicy lamb chops marinated in bright citrus and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection and served with cool homemade tzatziki sauce. This Greek-inspired lamb recipe (mediterranean), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs lamb rib chops, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Ingredients

• 8 pieces (about 1 inch thick) lamb rib chops
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/2 medium, grated and drained cucumber
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp white vinegar
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for tzatziki)
• 1/2 tsp salt (for tzatziki)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Step 2: Place 8 lamb rib chops in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring each chop is coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
3. Step 3: While the lamb marinates, prepare tzatziki by combining 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 medium grated cucumber (squeeze out excess liquid), 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp white vinegar, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1/2 tsp salt in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove lamb chops from marinade and grill for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
5. Step 5: Let lamb rest for 5 minutes after grilling. Serve lamb chops topped with a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce alongside grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.