Grilled Herb-Marinated Lamb Chops with Garlic Spinach Sauté
Juicy lamb chops marinated in fresh herbs and grilled to perfection, paired with sautéed spinach infused with garlic for a nutrient-rich paleo dish. This Mediterranean-inspired paleo recipe (high protein), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs lamb chops, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a paleo week and pairs well with roasted root vegetables or a leafy salad. 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
- 4 pieces (4 oz each) lamb chops
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
- 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest
The grilling tools we’d reach for here → Best Grilling Tools and BBQ Gadgets for 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide
Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →
Equipment for this recipe
Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Coat 4 lamb chops (4 oz each) evenly and marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill lamb chops for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to desired doneness. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 6 cups baby spinach and cook, stirring, until wilted and tender, about 2-3 minutes. Season with 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon zest.
- Step 4: Plate lamb chops with garlic spinach sauté for a flavorful paleo meal rich in protein and greens.








